Condrite meteorite NWA XXL - Impressive size- - 405 g
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Condrite meteorite NWA XXX from Mauritania, West Africa, weighing 405 g, complete with intact fusion crust.
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Description
Meteorite condensite (H) of excellent quality (NWA XXX) XXL size, special museum piece, unique, fusion crust intact.
discovered in Mauritania in 2024, which exhibits notable aesthetic qualities and preservation.
This complete specimen weighs 405 grams and stands out for the following features:
Beautiful and homogeneous black fusion crust, well preserved
Clear natural orientation, evidence of its atmospheric flight
Numerous deep regmaglites (surface indentations with a fingerprint-like appearance)
Entire and intact specimen, no restoration
Soft desert patina that enhances surface relief
Northwest Africa and Western Africa meteorites (NWA) are highly sought after for their Saharan origin and scientific importance. Condrites represent the most primitive material of the solar system, about 4.56 billion years old, offering a direct view of planetary formation.
This piece has an excellent visual impact: its oriented shape and well-developed regmaglites make it a scientifically important specimen and an attractive display piece, ideal for serious collectors or for investment.
Origin: Mauritania
Year of discovery: 2024
Weight: 405 grams
Type: Condrite - NWA XXX
Status: Complete - Fusion crust intact - Oriented
A complete and aesthetic meteorite of substantial size (over 400 g), increasingly rare on the market.
If you are not interested in this item, please do not deprive another buyer of the opportunity.
Measurements are approximate 9x7x5 cm
Insured shipping and extremely well packed
Thank you for your interest
Qurtubagemstone
Description
Meteorite condensite (H) of excellent quality (NWA XXX) XXL size, special museum piece, unique, fusion crust intact.
discovered in Mauritania in 2024, which exhibits notable aesthetic qualities and preservation.
This complete specimen weighs 405 grams and stands out for the following features:
Beautiful and homogeneous black fusion crust, well preserved
Clear natural orientation, evidence of its atmospheric flight
Numerous deep regmaglites (surface indentations with a fingerprint-like appearance)
Entire and intact specimen, no restoration
Soft desert patina that enhances surface relief
Northwest Africa and Western Africa meteorites (NWA) are highly sought after for their Saharan origin and scientific importance. Condrites represent the most primitive material of the solar system, about 4.56 billion years old, offering a direct view of planetary formation.
This piece has an excellent visual impact: its oriented shape and well-developed regmaglites make it a scientifically important specimen and an attractive display piece, ideal for serious collectors or for investment.
Origin: Mauritania
Year of discovery: 2024
Weight: 405 grams
Type: Condrite - NWA XXX
Status: Complete - Fusion crust intact - Oriented
A complete and aesthetic meteorite of substantial size (over 400 g), increasingly rare on the market.
If you are not interested in this item, please do not deprive another buyer of the opportunity.
Measurements are approximate 9x7x5 cm
Insured shipping and extremely well packed
Thank you for your interest
Qurtubagemstone
Details
Type of meteorite
Condrite meteorite NWA XXL - Impressive size-
Weight
405 g
Country of origin
Mauritania
