NWA 6080 Meteorite – Authentic Stony Meteorite (LL4) from Africa More
NWA 6080 Meteorite – Authentic Stony Meteorite (LL4) from Africa
Enhance your collection with the NWA 6080 meteorite, a rare ordinary chondrite (LL4) from Northwest Africa, purchased in Erfoud in 2008. This meteorite provides an exceptional look into the early formation of the solar system, containing original chondrules and a partially recrystallized mineral structure.
Key Features of the NWA 6080 Meteorite:
✅ Type: Ordinary chondrite (LL4)
✅ Origin: Northwest Africa, purchased in Erfoud (2008)
✅ Total Mass: 6333 g (single piece)
✅ Age: Over 4.5 billion years
✅ Meteorite weight: 0.023 grams
✅ Mineralogy:
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Fayalite (Fa28.7-28.9)
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Ferrosilite (Fs22.7-23.5; Fs7.9-9.4)
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Wollastonite (Wo1.5-1.3; Wo45.1-41.5)
✅ Shock Stage: S2 (low shock alteration)
✅ Weathering Grade: W2 (moderate weathering)
✅ Structure: Visible relict chondrules and partially recrystallized matrix
✅ Certification: Each piece comes with a certificate of authenticity
Why Choose the NWA 6080 Meteorite?
🌍 Scientific significance – unique mineralogy with preserved chondrules
🔬 Collector’s item – rare LL4 classification with detailed documentation
🎁 Perfect gift – ideal for astronomers, collectors, and space enthusiasts
📜 Authentic meteorite – a true piece of cosmic history
🔭 Own an authentic meteorite and hold a piece of the universe in your hands!
Meteorite is stored in labelled acryllic box.