Detailed Summary
On the evening of August 13, 1819, in Amherst, Massachusetts, something quite unusual happened. A bright light streaked across the night sky, and witnesses reported hearing an explosive sound. This bright phenomenon was so intense that its light was reflected on the walls of Professor Dewey's home, capturing the attention of his family.
The next morning brought an even more intriguing discovery. In Professor Dewey's front yard, a strange, bowl-shaped object was found. It measured about 8 inches in diameter and one inch thick. The object was covered with a buff-colored, pulpy substance. This substance had a rather offensive odor and, interestingly, it turned a vivid red when exposed to the air.
This incident, which became known as the Amherst gelatinous meteor, drew significant attention due to the peculiar nature of the object and the substance found on it. Unlike typical meteorite reports, which often involve rocky or metallic fragments, this gelatinous material was highly unusual and added to the mystery.
Unfortunately, there are no known remaining fragments of this meteorite today. The object and its unique substance were not preserved, and no records indicate any further study or collection of the material. Over time, it likely decomposed or was discarded, leaving behind only the reports and accounts of this mysterious event.