Authentic Northwest Africa meteorite slice, recovered in Algeria in 2020 and prepared as a polished section weighing 16.4 grams.
This specimen is believed to be an ordinary chondrite (possible L5 classification), showing a typical stony meteorite structure when cut and polished. The polished face reveals the internal texture of the meteorite, offering a closer look at its composition.
Meteorite Details:
Type: Stony Meteorite (Ordinary Chondrite – possible L5)
Origin: Northwest Africa (Algeria)
Year Found: 2020
Original Stone Weight: 261 grams
Slice Weight: 16.4 grams
Size: 51 × 35 × 4 mm
Form: Cut and polished slice
Provenance: Ex: Oz Backman Collection
Why this piece stands out:
Clean polished interior surface
Shows internal chondritic structure
Known original mass (adds context)
Provenance from Oz Backman collection
Affordable entry into meteorite collecting
Collector Note:
Unnumbered Northwest Africa meteorites are commonly recovered from desert regions and may remain unclassified. Slices like this allow collectors to study the internal structure and composition of a meteorite, offering both educational and display value.
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