Description: Northwest Africa 869Basic informationName: Northwest Africa 869 This is an OFFICIAL meteorite name. Abbreviation: NWA 869 Observed fall: No Year found: 2000 Country: (Northwest Africa) Mass: 2 t Classification history:Meteoritical Bulletin: (2006) L4-6 (2013) L3-6Recommended: L3-6 This is 1 of 61 approved meteorites classified as L3-6. Comments:Approved 14 Nov 2005 Revised 29 Oct 2013: Revised classification and new descriptionWriteupWriteup from MB 90: Northwest Africa 869Northwest AfricaFind: 2000 or 2001Ordinary chondrite (L4–6)History: It is quite clear that meteorite collectors in Northwest Africa have discovered a large L chondrite strewn field at an undisclosed location. At least 2 metric tons of material comprising thousands of individuals has been sold under the name NWA 869 in the market places of Morocco and around the world. Individual masses are known to range from <1 g to >20 kg. It is certain that NWA 869 is paired with other NWA meteorites, although no systematic survey has been done. It is also possible that some stones sold as NWA 869 are not part of the same fall, although dealers are confident that most of the known masses are sufficiently distinctive from other NWA meteorites in terms of surface and internal appearance that the error rate should be fairly low. Scientists are advised to confirm the classification of any specimens they obtain before publishing results under this name.This gorgeous meteorite with matrix, iron flacks, and dark/light colored chondrules would make a fine addition to any collection. This material is very solid, takes an excellent polish and displays nicely. I spend a great deal of time preparing these meteorites for your collection.You get the meteorite seen in the photo. I will combine the cost of shipping for all the items you win during a 2-week period that are paid for in a single transaction. Postage is $6.49 for all items bought over a 2-week period but MUST pay in one transaction when finished bidding.Please note... If items are paid for separately, they will be shipped separately due to PayPal tracking reasons.Also, I ship items within 24 hours from the time of payment. Therefore, do not pay for any items until you are done bidding so I can ship everything in one package. Please take your time and don't pay for up to 2 weeks. Shipping includes tracking and delivery confirmation. International shipping is through eBay's global shipping program. Different charges apply.
Price: 29.95 USD
Location: Tombstone, Arizona
End Time: 2024-02-05T01:40:53.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6.49 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type of Mineral: meteorite
Form, Shape: Individual
Specimen Type: Display Specimens
Modified Item: No
Item Type: Meteorite
