{"product_id":"nwa-15057-carbonaceous-chondrite-meteorite-official-cvox3-northwest-africa-meteorite","title":"NWA 15057 Carbonaceous Chondrite Meteorite Official CVox3 Northwest Africa Meteorite","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn authentic specimen of the officially classified Northwest Africa 15057 (NWA 15057) meteorite, a rare CVox3 carbonaceous chondrite approved in Meteoritical Bulletin 111 in 2023. Purchased in 2021 from an Algerian dealer, this meteorite represents one of the more visually and scientifically significant carbonaceous chondrite types available to collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNWA 15057 is especially notable for its abundant well-formed chondrules, relatively high concentration of CAIs (calcium-aluminum-rich inclusions), and primitive unequilibrated mineralogy preserved within a fine-grained dark matrix. These features make it highly desirable among advanced collectors of primitive carbonaceous meteorites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northwest Africa 15057 (NWA 15057)\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 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbonaceous Chondrite (CVox3)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShock Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e S2\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 6.4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Publication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meteoritical Bulletin 111\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePhysical Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOfficial reports describe: abundant well-formed chondrules, concentric-rimmed chondrules, dark fine-grained matrix, relatively abundant CAIs, unequilibrated mineralogy, and fresh and devitrified glass within chondrules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScientific Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eScientific analysis identified: olivine, low-Ca pyroxene, diopside, magnetite, pentlandite, plagioclase, kamacite, anorthite, spinel, and gehlenite. The meteorite contains chondrules averaging approximately 1050 µm in diameter and displays classic primitive carbonaceous textures highly prized in the collecting community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy CV Carbonaceous Chondrites Are Especially Valued\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCV carbonaceous chondrites commonly preserve: primitive solar nebular textures, large visible chondrules, CAIs, refractory minerals, dark matrix-rich structures, and early-forming mineral assemblages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike ordinary chondrites, CV carbonaceous meteorites often display dramatic visual contrast between large chondrules and dark matrix material, making polished slices especially attractive for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbonaceous chondrite collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV chondrite 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 chondrule-rich material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on preparation, specimens may display: large visible chondrules, CAIs and refractory inclusions, dark matrix regions, metallic inclusions, polished chondrule-rich textures, and primitive brecciated structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA remarkable extraterrestrial artifact representing one of the rarer and more scientifically important carbonaceous meteorite groups available to collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 42 x 11 x 0.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for overall condition, weathering, fractures, chondrule visibility, oxidation, and preparation characteristics, as they are considered part of the description. Meteorites are natural extraterrestrial objects and commonly display structural variation, matrix friability, and natural mineralogical textures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prospector's Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42422946431058,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/8805\/6146\/files\/NWA_15057.png?v=1779766662","url":"https:\/\/prospectorsvault.com\/products\/nwa-15057-carbonaceous-chondrite-meteorite-official-cvox3-northwest-africa-meteorite","provider":"Prospector's Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}