Chelyabinsk – 2 g – 100% crusted premium individual with exceptionally fresh, lustrous fusion Exemplar - 2 g - (1)

Offered here is a single Chelyabinsk meteorite individual weighing 2g.


This specimen belongs to that rare category of fall pieces in which historical importance, complete preservation, and exceptional aesthetic quality come together in a particularly convincing way. It is a 100% crusted individual with an extraordinarily fresh, deep dark, and intensely lustrous fusion crust, the quality of which is beautifully visible in the photographs. The surface appears so fresh and so fully preserved that it looks almost wet — a feature that collectors immediately recognize and highly appreciate.


It is precisely this impression that gives the piece its special class. Light does not merely reflect from the surface; it seems to glide across it, accentuating every curve, every fine line, and every natural depression of the individual. The fusion crust appears dense, vivid, and remarkably fresh — exactly the quality that clearly separates a true premium fall specimen from a more ordinary example.


In its overall appearance, this individual is compact, complete, and exceptionally elegant. It possesses that rare visual purity that makes small, fully crusted meteorites especially desirable.



Origin and fall history

Chelyabinsk is without question the most famous observed meteorite fall of the last decades. On 15 February 2013, a meteoroid entered Earth’s atmosphere over the Russian region of Chelyabinsk and exploded at high altitude with enormous energy. The resulting shockwave damaged thousands of buildings and made the event known worldwide.

Hardly any other modern meteorite fall has been documented so extensively. Videos, eyewitness accounts, and scientific investigations turned Chelyabinsk into a milestone of modern meteoritics and one of the most important reference falls of our time.

A piece of Chelyabinsk is therefore far more than simply a meteorite: it is a direct fragment of a globally witnessed celestial event whose dramatic atmospheric entry and breakup remain firmly embedded in modern memory.



Scientific background

Chelyabinsk is an ordinary chondrite of type LL5.
Chondrites are among the most primitive stony meteorites and consist of material that has survived since the earliest history of the solar system. At around 4.56 billion years old, they are among the oldest directly studyable materials known.


The classification LL5 means:

low total metal content
low free iron content
clearly thermally altered material on the parent body


The fully preserved fusion crust on this specimen formed during atmospheric entry. As the meteorite passed through the atmosphere, the outer surface was briefly melted by extreme heat and then solidified again as a dark, fine crust. This crust directly records the meteorite’s final cosmic journey to Earth and is one of the most important quality features of a fresh fall specimen.

On this individual, that crust is preserved in especially impressive condition: complete, continuous, deep dark, unusually fresh, and intensely lustrous.



Key features of this specimen

2 g weight
Chelyabinsk, Russia
LL5 ordinary chondrite
100% crusted
complete individual
exceptionally fresh fusion crust
deep dark, dense, and intensely lustrous surface
in the photos, the crust shows an almost wet-looking freshness
compact, harmonious, and highly aesthetic shape
premium collector quality



Why this specimen is especially desirable

Not every Chelyabinsk specimen has the same visual impact. Especially with small individuals, the difference between the ordinary and the truly selected lies above all in the preservation of the crust and the overall visual presence. This specimen stands out in exactly that respect.

Its greatest strength is the exceptional quality of the fusion crust. It does not appear dry, dull, or uneven, but compact, rich, and remarkably alive. That nearly wet-looking impression, so clearly visible in the photographs, gives the piece precisely the freshness and refinement that collectors seek in truly convincing fall individuals.

At 2 g, this specimen also has an ideal collector size: small enough to appear especially elegant as a classic individual, yet large enough for the complete crust and its outstanding quality to be clearly appreciated.


A Chelyabinsk individual like this is not simply a fragment from a famous fall. It is a premium specimen with historical significance, scientific relevance, and a visual presence that immediately draws the eye and leaves a lasting impression.



This is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally high-quality specimen in this level of preservation and aesthetic appeal. It is precisely in carefully selected pieces that one sees how rarely natural form, clean surface, and convincing overall quality come together in a single meteorite.





As a member of the International Meteorite Collectors Association (IMCA #7379) and the Global Meteorite Association (GMA #G0117), I guarantee the authenticity of every meteorite I offer. Each specimen is delivered with a certificate, ensuring an authentic, secure, and certified purchase.

Thank you and good luck!

IMCA #7379
GMA #G0117