This impressive Saharan specimen is a whole individual meteorite that exhibits significant aerodynamic sculpting. It is a dense, well-preserved stone that showcases the intense physical journey of a meteor passing through the Earth's atmosphere.
Physical Characteristics
• Ablated Fusion Crust: The exterior is covered in a thick, dark, and matte fusion crust that has been textured by the process of atmospheric ablation.
• Prominent Regmaglypts: This specimen features deep, clear thumbprint-like indentations (regmaglypts) across its surface, as seen in image_2.png and image_5.png, which are classic diagnostic markers of a meteorite.
• Vesicular Surface: The crust has a rugged, pitted appearance, giving it a high-contrast texture that is very desirable for display.
• Weathering Grade: The dark coloration suggests a relatively "fresh" find with minimal terrestrial oxidation.
Specifications
• Classification: Unclassified NWA (Northwest Africa) Chondrite.
• Locality: Sahara Desert (Purchased in Morocco).
• Form: Whole Individual.
• Authenticity Note: This stone displays multiple physical indicators of extraterrestrial origin, including a primary fusion crust and characteristic surface sculpting.
This impressive Saharan specimen is a whole individual meteorite that exhibits significant aerodynamic sculpting. It is a dense, well-preserved stone that showcases the intense physical journey of a meteor passing through the Earth's atmosphere.
Physical Characteristics
• Ablated Fusion Crust: The exterior is covered in a thick, dark, and matte fusion crust that has been textured by the process of atmospheric ablation.
• Prominent Regmaglypts: This specimen features deep, clear thumbprint-like indentations (regmaglypts) across its surface, as seen in image_2.png and image_5.png, which are classic diagnostic markers of a meteorite.
• Vesicular Surface: The crust has a rugged, pitted appearance, giving it a high-contrast texture that is very desirable for display.
• Weathering Grade: The dark coloration suggests a relatively "fresh" find with minimal terrestrial oxidation.
Specifications
• Classification: Unclassified NWA (Northwest Africa) Chondrite.
• Locality: Sahara Desert (Purchased in Morocco).
• Form: Whole Individual.
• Authenticity Note: This stone displays multiple physical indicators of extraterrestrial origin, including a primary fusion crust and characteristic surface sculpting.
