**Complimentary Specimens** As a gesture of appreciation, every winning lot above €50 will include one extra mineral, added entirely free of charge. For each additional €50, another complimentary specimen will be added. ——— DESCRIPTION: Forged in the silent depths of the early Solar System, this chondrite carries within it the breath of cosmic origins. Its surface, marked by warm earthy tones of bronze, umber and deep space weathered browns, preserves the textural memory of the asteroid body from which it was born. There is a certain raw beauty in the way its ridges fold and soften, as if the meteorite still remembers the violent yet graceful journey that sent it breaking through Earth’s atmosphere millions of years after its creation. Chondrites like this one are among the oldest materials a human hand can hold. Long before planets cooled, before oceans formed, before life itself existed, these primordial stones were already wandering between orbits, carrying within them the first solid grains ever to condense around our young Sun. Found in the province of Errachidia, Morocco, this specimen shows the characteristic muted shimmer of silicates altered by aeons of cosmic exposure, punctuated by gentle metallic hints that whisper of iron, nickel and the microscopic mineral inclusions typical of stony meteorites. Despite its modest size, its aesthetic presence is remarkable, with natural sculptural contours that attract the eye and give the fragment a sense of motion, as though a frozen echo of its descent. Holding this meteorite is, in truth, holding a relic older than Earth itself, a silent witness to 4.56 billion years of cosmic history, now ready to join the cabinet of a collector who appreciates the grace of authentic celestial matter. SPECIFICATIONS: • Weight: 0.81 g • Approx. carat equivalent: 4.05 ct • Dimensions: 11 × 11 × 4 mm • Origin: Errachidia Province, Morocco • Type: Stony meteorite | Chondrite • Age: Approximately 4.56 billion years (primordial Solar System material) • Structural classification: Chondritic silicate matrix with mixed mineral inclusions • Chemical composition: Silicates with approx. 15–21 percent iron, nickel traces, aluminium, pyroxenes, bronzite and peridot • Texture: Natural regolith weathered surface with micro chondrule expression typical of stony falls • Fragment type: Individual meteorite, non metallic, showing natural sculptural contours • Fusion crust: Present in subtle weathered form, characteristic of stony chondrites exposed to terrestrial oxidation • Density: Typical moderate density mass associated with non metallic chondrites • Aesthetic: Warm bronze earth tones with a cosmic patina and natural ridged shaping • Treatment: None, fully natural as found NOTABLE POINTS: • Authentic chondrite fragment from Morocco • 4.56 billion year old cosmic material older than Earth • Natural sculptural form with strong aesthetic presence • Warm bronze and umber tones with subtle metallic hints • Typical chondritic silicate matrix with accessory minerals • Atmospheric weathering textures preserved on the surface • Contains traces of peridot and pyroxenes, classic of stony meteorites • Highly collectable entry point into meteorite curation • Excellent specimen for macro photography and display • Rare opportunity to own primordial Solar System material COLLECTOR’S INTEREST: Collectors of meteorites instantly recognise the significance of small chondritic fragments such as this one. Although modest in size, its age, mineral composition and untouched surface make it a meaningful addition to any curated collection. Stones from Errachidia are especially appreciated for their stability and for the balance between scientific value and aesthetic impact. LAPIDARY INTEREST: Stony chondrites are seldom cut or polished, not because they lack interest, but because their scientific and collector value far exceeds any lapidary application. This specimen is best preserved exactly as it arrived from space: raw, ancient and entirely natural, carrying within it the oldest story a stone can tell. ————- Photography and transparency: All photos were taken under controlled light conditions, carefully selected to reproduce the most accurate natural colour of each specimen. No filters, colour enhancement, or artificial saturation were applied. The lighting setup uses a calibrated 5500K light source, which replicates neutral daylight and reveals the true tones and clarity of the mineral. Under weaker or more yellow indoor lighting, colours may appear slightly different, which is normal and expected. The purpose of this setup is to present each specimen exactly as it appears in balanced natural daylight, allowing buyers to appreciate its authentic colour and lustre without distortion. Identification and ethics: All specimens offered are guaranteed natural and as described. Their origin and mineral identification are provided with the most accurate and reliable information available. Every effort is made to ensure that each piece is presented with full transparency, avoiding any misleading details regarding its nature, treatment, or provenance. Shipping and handling: Orders are carefully prepared, with each stone individually protected and placed in a secure rigid box to ensure safe delivery. 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