meteorite Chondrite Meteorite - Height: 7 cm - 156 g

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Meteorite, a Chondrite meteorite from Morocco, weighing 156 g and 7 cm in height, formed about 4.6 billion years ago with silicate minerals and iron–nickel inclusions.

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Rare Chondrite Meteorite –156 g – 4.6 Billion Years Old – Magnetic – Authentic Space Rock
Description
Authentic chondrite meteorite, a genuine fragment of primordial Solar System material formed approximately 4.6 billion years ago.
Chondrites are among the most important and collectible meteorites, representing the original building blocks of planets. This specimen has remained largely unchanged since the formation of the Solar System, making it a direct witness of its earliest history.
The meteorite displays typical characteristics of stony chondrites, including a natural surface texture and possible remnants of fusion crust formed during its passage through Earth’s atmosphere. Its composition includes silicate minerals with iron-nickel metal, giving it a noticeable magnetic response.
This is a highly attractive and collectible specimen, ideal for meteorite collectors, natural history enthusiasts, or as a unique display piece.
Specifications
Type: Chondrite (stony meteorite)

Composition: Silicates with iron-nickel inclusions
Magnetism: Yes (slightly magnetic)
Origin: Asteroid belt
Why this piece stands out
• Genuine material older than Earth
• Direct fragment of early Solar System formation
• Natural, unaltered extraterrestrial object
• Unique collectible – no two specimens are identical

Note
This is a natural specimen. Shape, texture, and metal distribution may vary, enhancing its uniqueness.

Rare Chondrite Meteorite –156 g – 4.6 Billion Years Old – Magnetic – Authentic Space Rock
Description
Authentic chondrite meteorite, a genuine fragment of primordial Solar System material formed approximately 4.6 billion years ago.
Chondrites are among the most important and collectible meteorites, representing the original building blocks of planets. This specimen has remained largely unchanged since the formation of the Solar System, making it a direct witness of its earliest history.
The meteorite displays typical characteristics of stony chondrites, including a natural surface texture and possible remnants of fusion crust formed during its passage through Earth’s atmosphere. Its composition includes silicate minerals with iron-nickel metal, giving it a noticeable magnetic response.
This is a highly attractive and collectible specimen, ideal for meteorite collectors, natural history enthusiasts, or as a unique display piece.
Specifications
Type: Chondrite (stony meteorite)

Composition: Silicates with iron-nickel inclusions
Magnetism: Yes (slightly magnetic)
Origin: Asteroid belt
Why this piece stands out
• Genuine material older than Earth
• Direct fragment of early Solar System formation
• Natural, unaltered extraterrestrial object
• Unique collectible – no two specimens are identical

Note
This is a natural specimen. Shape, texture, and metal distribution may vary, enhancing its uniqueness.

Details

Name of meteorite
meteorite
Type of meteorite
Chondrite Meteorite
Weight
156 g
Country of origin
Morocco
Height
7 cm
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