Carbonaceous Chondrites
Explore our collection of carbonaceous chondrite meteorites - the most primitive and scientifically valuable meteorites known. These rare, carbon-rich specimens contain organic compounds, water-bearing minerals, and presolar grains that predate our solar system.
About Carbonaceous Chondrites:
- Most primitive meteorites - virtually unchanged since solar system formation
- Contain organic compounds and amino acids
- Can Include presolar grains older than the Sun
- Water-bearing minerals provide clues about early solar system water
- Extremely rare - less than 5% of all meteorite finds
- Include famous types like CI, CM, CR, CV, CO, CK, CH, C2-ung, C3-ung, and CB chondrites
These meteorites are essential for understanding the origin of life's building blocks and the early solar system. Each specimen comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
