Description
Add a piece of the Moon to your collection with this NWA 13974 lunar meteorite. Officially named Northwest Africa 13974, this meteorite was recovered from Western Sahara and is described scientifically as a lunar feldspathic breccia.
A breccia is a rock composed of fragments of other rocks and minerals. Scientific examination of NWA 13974 identified a complex mixture of lunar rock fragments and mineral grains within a melt matrix, preserving evidence of the Moon’s impact history.
This specimen offers a fascinating connection to lunar geology, whether added to a meteorite collection, used in an educational display, or selected as a memorable gift for an astronomy enthusiast.
Specimen details
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Official name: Northwest Africa 13974
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Abbreviation: NWA 13974
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Classification: Lunar meteorite; feldspathic breccia
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Origin: The Moon
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Find location: Western Sahara
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Weight: 2.5 grams
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Dimensions: .62" L x .5" W
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Presentation: presented in a framed glass case with an informational label including a QR code linking to the Meteoritical bulletin where it is published.
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You will receive: The exact specimen pictured
