Named Allan Hills 84001, it was one of only 12 rocks identified up to that time as having come from Mars.

Allan Hills is such a region.

Scientists found the meteorite in 1984 and named it Allan Hills 84001, but identified it as Martian only recently.

It is interesting to note that Allan Hill left a will and testament.

At the Allan Hills about 1200 specimens have been collected from 75 sq.

The rock was found in Antarctica in 1984 and named Allan Hills 84001.

It is designated Allan Hills 84001, and scientists are almost certain it fell to Earth from Mars about 13,000 years ago.

It is named after the Allan Hills, a mountain chain in Antarctica where many meteorites are gathered by expeditions.

Every meteorite found in Antarctica receives the names of the collection area (Allan Hills) and a number.

Allan Hills 81005 - First meteorite determined to be of lunar origin.