{"product_id":"chergach-meteorite-specimen-historic-2007-observed-fall-official-h5-chondrite-mali-meteorite","title":"Chergach Meteorite Specimen Historic 2007 Observed Fall Official H5 Chondrite Mali Meteorite","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn authentic specimen of the historic Chergach meteorite, an officially classified H5 ordinary chondrite from the dramatic 2007 observed fall in the Erg Chech region of Mali. Chergach quickly became one of the most important modern Saharan observed falls due to its exceptionally fresh condition, large strewnfield, and extensive scientific documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe meteorite fell during daytime on July 2 or 3, 2007, when nomadic witnesses reported a massive smoke cloud followed by multiple detonations heard across a wide region of the Sahara Desert. Subsequent recovery efforts uncovered a vast strewnfield extending more than 20 kilometers across the Erg Chech region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chergach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mali\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Fell:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObserved Fall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordinary Chondrite (H5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e S3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeathering Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e W0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Known Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 100 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Chergach Is Especially Prized\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirmed modern observed fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptionally fresh specimens (W0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMany stones retain strong fusion crust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome material exhibits impact melt breccia textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge oriented and aesthetic stones recovered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive scientific analysis performed shortly after the fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScientific Reports Describe\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh fusion-crusted stones ranging from 1.5 g to 17.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible shock veins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal-rich impact melt textures in some stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChondritic clasts within black silicate melt matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery low weathering and exceptional preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMineralogy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlivine Fa18.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePyroxene Fs15.5 Wo1.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrdinary chondrite H5 structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocalized impact melt breccia features\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the most remarkable aspects of Chergach is the extensive cosmogenic radionuclide analysis performed shortly after recovery, confirming the freshness of the fall and distinguishing it from other Saharan meteorite finds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on specimen type, Chergach material may display:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack fusion crust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegmaglypts and atmospheric sculpting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpact melt veins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrecciated textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal-rich matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriented flight characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31 × 25 × 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObserved fall collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaharan meteorite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH chondrite enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFusion-crusted meteorite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanetary science collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable extraterrestrial artifact from one of the best-documented modern meteorite falls of the Sahara Desert.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for overall condition, fusion crust, weathering, impact melt features, fractures, and natural atmospheric characteristics, as they are considered part of the description. 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