NWA 17611 Diogenite NWA 17611 - Diogenite Breccia - 6.5 g - (1)
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NWA 17611 Diogenite Breccia, a diogenite meteorite from Northwest Africa (Morocco), weighs 6.5 g.
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NWA 17611 Diogenite Breccia
Beautiful Diogenite displaying brecciated clasts set in a light gray matrix, with some metal present.
These samples exhibit a brecciated texture composed of abundant large Plagioclase Anorthosite and Orthopyroxene grains set in a matrix of smaller orthopyroxene and silica polymorph grains. Chromite grains up to 2mm and troilite are also present, as well as FeNi grains.
The abundant Plagioclase grains make these samples look similar to Lunar breccias.
All slices and end cuts are polished on one side.
We purchased this group of stones from the finder in Northwest Africa in 2024 and subsequently had them classified as NWA 17611.
Type: Diogenite Breccia.
Weight: 6.5 grams
Fall/Find Date: Found in Northwest Africa in 2024
Total Known Weight: 1,008 grams
A McKinley Collection Classification.
All meteorites are guaranteed authentic and include a COA as well as historical specimen / collection cards if available. All meteorites are described or named in accordance with Meteoritical Society and Nom Com standards.
Shipping can be combined on multiple items unless noted otherwise.
Scale cube for demonstrative purposes only and is not included.
Return Policy: Returns are accepted. Return the item in its original condition within 14 days of receipt for a full refund. Buyer pays for return shipping.
NWA 17611 Diogenite Breccia
Beautiful Diogenite displaying brecciated clasts set in a light gray matrix, with some metal present.
These samples exhibit a brecciated texture composed of abundant large Plagioclase Anorthosite and Orthopyroxene grains set in a matrix of smaller orthopyroxene and silica polymorph grains. Chromite grains up to 2mm and troilite are also present, as well as FeNi grains.
The abundant Plagioclase grains make these samples look similar to Lunar breccias.
All slices and end cuts are polished on one side.
We purchased this group of stones from the finder in Northwest Africa in 2024 and subsequently had them classified as NWA 17611.
Type: Diogenite Breccia.
Weight: 6.5 grams
Fall/Find Date: Found in Northwest Africa in 2024
Total Known Weight: 1,008 grams
A McKinley Collection Classification.
All meteorites are guaranteed authentic and include a COA as well as historical specimen / collection cards if available. All meteorites are described or named in accordance with Meteoritical Society and Nom Com standards.
Shipping can be combined on multiple items unless noted otherwise.
Scale cube for demonstrative purposes only and is not included.
Return Policy: Returns are accepted. Return the item in its original condition within 14 days of receipt for a full refund. Buyer pays for return shipping.
Details
Number of items
1
Name of meteorite
NWA 17611 Diogenite
Type of meteorite
NWA 17611 - Diogenite Breccia
Weight
6.5 g
Country of Origin
Morocco
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