{"product_id":"nwa-10265-lodranite-meteorite-specimen-official-primitive-achondrite-northwest-africa","title":"NWA 10265 Lodranite Meteorite Specimen Official Primitive Achondrite Northwest Africa","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn authentic specimen of the officially classified Northwest Africa 10265 (NWA 10265) meteorite, a rare Lodranite primitive achondrite approved in Meteoritical Bulletin 104 in 2015. Lodranites are among the rarest meteorite classes known and are highly prized for their coarse crystalline textures, primitive achondritic structure, and unusual mineralogy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNWA 10265 is especially notable for its striking interior composed of distinctly green pyroxene crystals and yellow-brown olivine with scattered metallic phases. The coarse-grained crystalline structure gives this meteorite exceptional visual appeal and makes it highly desirable among advanced collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northwest Africa 10265 (NWA 10265)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northwest Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Purchased:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primitive Achondrite (Lodranite)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubtype:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wehrlitic Lodranite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeathering Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Known Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.36 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meteoritical Bulletin 104\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePhysical Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOfficial reports describe: absence of fusion crust, coarse crystalline structure, green pyroxene grains, yellow-brown olivine, stained metallic phases, and large mineral grains up to 6.5 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScientific Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eScientific analysis identified: clinopyroxene, olivine, chromite, kamacite, troilite, and orthopyroxene exsolution lamellae.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe meteorite consists of a coarse protogranular aggregate texture rarely encountered in most meteorite classes, giving polished surfaces a highly aesthetic crystalline appearance similar to exotic terrestrial ultramafic rocks while remaining unmistakably extraterrestrial.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLodranites are especially important because they occupy a rare transitional category between primitive chondritic material and fully differentiated achondrites. Their unusual mineralogy and scarcity make them highly sought after in advanced meteorite collecting circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimitive achondrite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLodranite specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced meteorite collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrystal-rich meteorite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking rare classified meteorites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on preparation, specimens may display: green pyroxene crystals, yellow-brown olivine, metallic inclusions, coarse crystalline textures, polished mineral structures, and ultramafic igneous appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable extraterrestrial artifact representing one of the rarest and most visually distinctive primitive achondrite classes available to collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 15 x 18 x 0.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for overall condition, fractures, oxidation, crystalline structure, and preparation characteristics, as they are considered part of the description. Meteorites are natural extraterrestrial objects and commonly display structural variation, mineralogical textures, and natural weathering features.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42422920642642,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/NWA10265.png?v=1779763878","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/nwa-10265-lodranite-meteorite-specimen-official-primitive-achondrite-northwest-africa","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}