Lunar Meteorite Bechar 007 - Algeria - 4.24 g
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Description from the seller
--- Description ---
I am pleased to offer this authentic Lunar meteorite, consisting of complete natural fragments displaying an attractive desert patina.
These pieces were found on the desert surface and shallow subsurface, preserving their original extraterrestrial character.
This meteorite originates from the Moon and belongs to the rare and highly sought-after category of Lunar Feldspathic Breccia, making it an exceptional collector’s item and a genuine piece of lunar history.
“Complete pieces of the Moon”
--- Meteorite Details ---
Meteorite name: Bechar 007 (official meteorite name)
Type: Lunar Feldspathic Breccia
Country of origin: Algeria
Find location: Bechar region
Find date: June 2022
Total known mass: 4 kg
Observed fall: No
Classification: Lunar (feldspathic breccia)
Meteoritical Bulletin: MB 112 (2024)
Approval date: 19 March 2023
Weathering grade: Low
Shock stage: A–S2
--- Offered Lot ---
Weight: 4,24 g
Condition: Complete natural fragments, no reconstruction
Surface: Natural desert patina
Cut / polished: No (natural pieces)
--- History & Provenance ---
The Bechar 007 meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Bechar DCA, Algeria.
Initial finds were made by a local nomad, followed by a 14-day organized search expedition led by CRATER Meteorites and Expometeoritos, during which numerous fragments of varying sizes were recovered from both the surface and shallow subsurface. After this expedition many pieces were found by local peoples.
These specimens were acquired in 2025 from a trusted Algerian meteorite dealer.
Bechar 007 is an officially named and classified lunar meteorite, published in the Meteoritical Bulletin, ensuring full scientific recognition and authenticity.
Only 368 meteorites worldwide are officially classified as Lunar Feldspathic Breccia, making this specimen particularly rare and desirable.
--- Authenticity & Scientific Classification ---
Official meteorite name: Bechar 007
Classification: Lunar achondrite – feldspathic breccia
Classification and studies by A. Love (App)
Listed in Meteoritical Bulletin MB 112 (2024)
Guaranteed authentic lunar material
FB: #galerielithique
Thank you for your interest.
Patrice Bachelier
--- Description ---
I am pleased to offer this authentic Lunar meteorite, consisting of complete natural fragments displaying an attractive desert patina.
These pieces were found on the desert surface and shallow subsurface, preserving their original extraterrestrial character.
This meteorite originates from the Moon and belongs to the rare and highly sought-after category of Lunar Feldspathic Breccia, making it an exceptional collector’s item and a genuine piece of lunar history.
“Complete pieces of the Moon”
--- Meteorite Details ---
Meteorite name: Bechar 007 (official meteorite name)
Type: Lunar Feldspathic Breccia
Country of origin: Algeria
Find location: Bechar region
Find date: June 2022
Total known mass: 4 kg
Observed fall: No
Classification: Lunar (feldspathic breccia)
Meteoritical Bulletin: MB 112 (2024)
Approval date: 19 March 2023
Weathering grade: Low
Shock stage: A–S2
--- Offered Lot ---
Weight: 4,24 g
Condition: Complete natural fragments, no reconstruction
Surface: Natural desert patina
Cut / polished: No (natural pieces)
--- History & Provenance ---
The Bechar 007 meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Bechar DCA, Algeria.
Initial finds were made by a local nomad, followed by a 14-day organized search expedition led by CRATER Meteorites and Expometeoritos, during which numerous fragments of varying sizes were recovered from both the surface and shallow subsurface. After this expedition many pieces were found by local peoples.
These specimens were acquired in 2025 from a trusted Algerian meteorite dealer.
Bechar 007 is an officially named and classified lunar meteorite, published in the Meteoritical Bulletin, ensuring full scientific recognition and authenticity.
Only 368 meteorites worldwide are officially classified as Lunar Feldspathic Breccia, making this specimen particularly rare and desirable.
--- Authenticity & Scientific Classification ---
Official meteorite name: Bechar 007
Classification: Lunar achondrite – feldspathic breccia
Classification and studies by A. Love (App)
Listed in Meteoritical Bulletin MB 112 (2024)
Guaranteed authentic lunar material
FB: #galerielithique
Thank you for your interest.
Patrice Bachelier
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