{"product_id":"nwa-1465-carbonaceous-chondrite-meteorite-rare-cv3-an-anomalous-northwest-africa","title":"NWA 1465 Carbonaceous Chondrite Meteorite Rare CV3-an Anomalous Northwest Africa","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn authentic specimen of the officially classified Northwest Africa 1465 (NWA 1465) meteorite, an exceptionally rare anomalous CV3 carbonaceous chondrite approved in Meteoritical Bulletin 88 in 2004. NWA 1465 is one of only a handful of officially recognized CV3-an meteorites and is highly prized for its unusual mineralogy, strong foliation, and large refractory inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecovered in Western Sahara in 2001, this meteorite consists of multiple fusion-crusted pieces totaling approximately 3 kilograms. The meteorite displays a highly distinctive internal structure containing abundant chondrules, refractory inclusions, and dark lithologies set within a compact anhydrous matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northwest Africa 1465 (NWA 1465)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northwest Africa \/ Western Sahara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Found:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonaceous Chondrite (CV3-anomalous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e S4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeathering Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e W3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Known Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meteoritical Bulletin 88\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePhysical Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOfficial reports describe: abundant fusion crust coverage, strong foliation textures, flattened chondrules, refractory inclusions, dark lithic inclusions, and compact anhydrous matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScientific Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eScientific analysis identified: Fe-rich olivine, Ca-rich pyroxene, enstatite, forsterite, troilite, magnetite, FeNi-metal, refractory inclusions, and large dark clasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes NWA 1465 Especially Notable\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCm-sized calcium-aluminum-rich inclusions (CAIs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong structural foliation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnomalous isotopic signatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimitive unequilibrated textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisually complex carbonaceous structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike typical CV3 chondrites, NWA 1465 is classified as anomalous due to its unusual mineralogical and isotopic characteristics, making it especially desirable among advanced meteorite collectors and researchers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy CV3 Carbonaceous Meteorites Are Highly Sought After\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCV3 carbonaceous meteorites commonly preserve: primitive chondrules, refractory inclusions, early-formed mineral assemblages, carbonaceous matrix material, and visually dramatic polished textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbonaceous chondrite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV3 specialists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced meteorite collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimitive meteorite enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum and educational displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors seeking rare anomalous classifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on preparation, specimens may display: visible chondrules, dark lithic clasts, CAIs and refractory inclusions, metallic grains, fusion crust remnants, and brecciated and foliated structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable extraterrestrial artifact representing one of the rarest officially recognized anomalous CV3 carbonaceous chondrites available to collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 30 x 14 x 0.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.05g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for overall condition, fractures, weathering, fusion crust, chondrule visibility, and preparation characteristics, as they are considered part of the description. Carbonaceous meteorites are natural extraterrestrial objects and commonly display matrix friability, oxidation, structural variation, and natural mineralogical textures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42422951706706,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/NWA_1465.png?v=1779767896","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/nwa-1465-carbonaceous-chondrite-meteorite-rare-cv3-an-anomalous-northwest-africa","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}