Chondrite Meteorite - Height: 20 cm - Width: 12 cm - 2050 g - (1)

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L6 Chondrite meteorite from the Sahara, Morocco, a chondrite meteorite weighing 2.05 kg.

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L6 Chondrite Meteorite nicely shaped Massive Specimen ~2 kg – Sahara (NWA)
Superb ordinary L6 chondrite meteorite from the Sahara (NWA classification – North West Africa).
This large specimen has a remarkable sculptural form, ideal for display. The piece naturally stands upright, enhancing its aesthetic and decorative appeal.
The external surface displays an ancient fusion crust with a network of desert cracks, typical of Saharan meteorites. A natural brown-black patina from the desert environment is also present.
A broken face reveals the internal structure with:
a granular texture characteristic of L6 chondrites
visible iron-nickel micro-inclusions
a silicate matrix altered by time
This type of meteorite represents one of the oldest materials in the solar system (~4.5 billion years old). Characteristics:

Type: Ordinary L6 Chondrite
Origin: Sahara (NWA)
Weight: 2050 g
Condition: Natural, uncut, unpolished
Metal: Visible iron-nickel inclusions
Presentation: Stable specimen, ideal for display
Highlights:
Large size (rare in an aesthetically pleasing whole specimen)
Highly visual natural shape
Presence of fusion crust
Collectible and decorative object
Ideal for collectors, meteorite enthusiasts, or as a unique interior piece.
Careful and secure shipping.

L6 Chondrite Meteorite nicely shaped Massive Specimen ~2 kg – Sahara (NWA)
Superb ordinary L6 chondrite meteorite from the Sahara (NWA classification – North West Africa).
This large specimen has a remarkable sculptural form, ideal for display. The piece naturally stands upright, enhancing its aesthetic and decorative appeal.
The external surface displays an ancient fusion crust with a network of desert cracks, typical of Saharan meteorites. A natural brown-black patina from the desert environment is also present.
A broken face reveals the internal structure with:
a granular texture characteristic of L6 chondrites
visible iron-nickel micro-inclusions
a silicate matrix altered by time
This type of meteorite represents one of the oldest materials in the solar system (~4.5 billion years old). Characteristics:

Type: Ordinary L6 Chondrite
Origin: Sahara (NWA)
Weight: 2050 g
Condition: Natural, uncut, unpolished
Metal: Visible iron-nickel inclusions
Presentation: Stable specimen, ideal for display
Highlights:
Large size (rare in an aesthetically pleasing whole specimen)
Highly visual natural shape
Presence of fusion crust
Collectible and decorative object
Ideal for collectors, meteorite enthusiasts, or as a unique interior piece.
Careful and secure shipping.

Details

Number of objects
1
Type of meteorite
Chondrite Meteorite
Weight
2050 g
Origin (region/city)
Sahara
Country of origin
Morocco
Height
20 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
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