Meteorite Details
Specimen Description
This specimen is an unclassified Northwest Africa (NWA) ordinary chondrite, preserved as a complete 787.47g oriented individual with well-defined atmospheric flight features. The specimen exhibits strong orientation with distinct leading and trailing surfaces, along with a fresh, well-preserved fusion crust and pronounced regmaglypts formed during atmospheric ablation.
Oriented NWA Ordinary Chondrite Meteorite – Unclassified Complete Individual – 787.47g
Specifications:
- Weight: 787.47 grams - substantial collector piece
- Classification: Unclassified Ordinary Chondrite (NWA XXX)
- Form: Complete oriented individual
- Flight orientation preserved with distinct leading/trailing surfaces
- Fresh, glossy fusion crust with minimal weathering
- Pronounced regmaglypts (thumbprints) from atmospheric ablation
- Includes certificate of authenticity
- Display-ready specimen
Scientific & Collector Significance:
Oriented meteorites like this specimen are highly prized because they preserve the exact orientation of the stone during its fiery descent through Earth's atmosphere. The regmaglypts, fusion crust, and aerodynamic shaping tell the story of its journey from space. The cut window allows examination of the internal chondritic texture while preserving the exterior features that make oriented stones so desirable.
Fresh fusion crust indicates minimal terrestrial weathering, suggesting a recent find with excellent preservation. Unclassified specimens offer the potential for future scientific study and formal classification.