NWA CV3 – exceptionally rich in CAIs and chondrules – primitive material from the earliest formation Exemplar - 10.45 g - (1)

Offered here is an exceptionally attractive specimen of an NWA CV3 carbonaceous chondrite – a meteorite type that ranks among the most fascinating and scientifically important classes for both collectors and researchers.


At first glance, this piece stands out through its remarkably expressive structure, especially for a CV3. The surface is extremely rich in clearly visible chondrules and displays a dense, high-contrast distribution of these ancient primordial components. It is precisely this abundance that gives the specimen the vivid, highly aesthetic appearance that makes selected CV3 pieces especially desirable.


In addition, the specimen contains numerous clearly visible CAIs (Calcium-Aluminum-rich Inclusions), including a larger, especially distinct CAI area that immediately catches the eye and adds another level of importance and visual appeal to the piece. This is exactly what makes high-quality CV3 material so sought after: a powerful chondrule-rich texture combined with a clearly visible presence of CAIs.

This is of particular significance because CAIs are regarded as the oldest known solid material in the Solar System. They formed during the earliest high-temperature phase of the solar nebula, before planets developed in their present form. A specimen like this is therefore not only an aesthetically impressive collector’s item, but also a direct fragment from the very beginning of our planetary system.


What makes this example especially appealing is that the chondrules and CAIs are not merely isolated features, but define the entire appearance of the specimen. The piece appears exceptionally rich in structure, highly primitive, and visually striking throughout. This density, clarity, and natural distribution are exactly what separate an ordinary specimen from one with true collector quality.

For collectors seeking a characterful CV3 with strong visual structure and clearly identifiable early Solar System inclusions, this is a specimen with real presence. Scientific importance, primitive matter, and striking aesthetics come together here in a particularly convincing way.



Highlights of this specimen:

NWA CV3 carbonaceous chondrite

exceptionally rich in chondrules

very numerous clearly visible CAIs

including a larger, prominent CAI area

highly primitive and beautifully contrasted overall structure

contains material from the earliest phase of Solar System history

especially attractive and collectible example




This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally high-quality specimen in this level of preservation and visual appeal. Truly selected pieces show just how rarely aesthetic form, clean surface character, and convincing overall quality come together in a single specimen.





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Thank you and good luck!

IMCA #7379
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