XL best quality "JIKHARRA 001" (Libya, 2022). Eucrite meteorite - achondrite from Vesta - - 372.2 g

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Francesco Moser
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Over 20 years collecting meteorites; former museum curator and experienced restorer.

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A complete, large eucrite meteorite from Libya (Vesta-derived achondrite), named Jikharra 001, weighing 372.2 g.

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Description from the seller

The specimen of this lot is a large, complete piece of eucrite found in Libya in 2022, officially named Jikharra 001. Its brecciated lithology is evident even from the surface, of great beauty, being a recrystallized eucrite. The lithic clasts consist of calcic plagioclase and aggregates of fine-grained plagioclase crystals.

Thanks to studies, it has been established that HED-type meteorites (Howardites, Eucrites, and Diogenites) originate from the asteroid Vesta, making them differentiated rocky meteorites, i.e., achondrites.

This is a complete piece of good size and shape, excellent for adding to your collection or slicing. Size and quality for a great collection. Don’t miss this opportunity!

We are members of the leading international associations related to meteorites, and we guarantee for life the authenticity of all our meteorites and jewelry made from this material. Buy with guarantees.

- Members of IMCA with number #7412 (International Meteorite Collectors Association)
- Members of GMA with number #G0095 (Global Meteorites Association)
- Members of The Meteoritical Society with number #6667

Best regards and our warm wishes.

CRATER METEORITES

The specimen of this lot is a large, complete piece of eucrite found in Libya in 2022, officially named Jikharra 001. Its brecciated lithology is evident even from the surface, of great beauty, being a recrystallized eucrite. The lithic clasts consist of calcic plagioclase and aggregates of fine-grained plagioclase crystals.

Thanks to studies, it has been established that HED-type meteorites (Howardites, Eucrites, and Diogenites) originate from the asteroid Vesta, making them differentiated rocky meteorites, i.e., achondrites.

This is a complete piece of good size and shape, excellent for adding to your collection or slicing. Size and quality for a great collection. Don’t miss this opportunity!

We are members of the leading international associations related to meteorites, and we guarantee for life the authenticity of all our meteorites and jewelry made from this material. Buy with guarantees.

- Members of IMCA with number #7412 (International Meteorite Collectors Association)
- Members of GMA with number #G0095 (Global Meteorites Association)
- Members of The Meteoritical Society with number #6667

Best regards and our warm wishes.

CRATER METEORITES

Details

Name of meteorite
XL best quality "JIKHARRA 001" (Libya, 2022).
Type of meteorite
Eucrite meteorite - achondrite from Vesta -
Weight
372.2 g
Origin (region/city)
SAHARA
Country of origin
Libya
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5927
Objects sold
100%
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