Description

Key Details

• Classification: Carbonaceous Chondrite (CR2).

• Type: Carbonaceous Chondrite.

• Weight: 10.8 g.

• Find location: Algeria (Erg Chech).

• Year found: 2022.

• Reference: Meteoritical Bulletin Database (LPI) https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meteor/metbull.php?code=77817

This 10.8 gram specimen serves as a perfect representative example of the rare CR2 classification, offering a detailed look at primitive solar system material in a compact format. Despite its smaller size, it clearly displays the characteristic metal-rich matrix and chondrules that define this group. An accessible and scientifically significant piece, ideal for collectors seeking to add a verified carbonaceous chondrite to their display without the premium cost of a main mass.