Description

Key Details

• Classification: Ordinary Chondrite (L3-6 Regolith Breccia).

• Weight: 8.64 g.

• Find location: Northwest Africa.

• Reference: Meteoritical Bulletin Database (LPI) https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meteor/metbull.php?code=31890

This 8.64-gram specimen exhibits the signature grey-green matrix for which NWA 869 is renowned. It is a compact example of an L3-6 breccia, offering a clear view of the chondrules and metal flakes suspended within the consolidated asteroid soil. A classic representative of the NWA 869 fall, perfect for collectors seeking the specific color and texture that defines this famous meteorite.