The Faucett meteorite is an H5 ordinary chondrite discovered near Faucett, Missouri, in April 1966 when two farmers, C. R. and C. C. Spencer, uncovered unusual stones while plowing their fields. The find ultimately consisted of two separate masses weighing a combined 21.75 kilograms, with the larger piece alone weighing over 16 kilograms. Scientists later classified the meteorite as an H5 chondrite, meaning it originated from an asteroid parent body that experienced substantial thermal metamorphism early in solar system history, partially recrystallizing its minerals and obscuring many of the original chondrules that formed in the solar nebula over 4.5 billion years ago. Earlier classifications listed it as an H4, but later research refined the classification to H5 as analytical techniques improved. Faucett is also notable because it represents a classic Midwestern farm-field meteorite recovery. Many meteorites in agricultural regions are discovered only after plows or other equipment strike unusually dense rocks buried beneath the soil. After recovery, the stones were brought to the Department of Geology at Kansas State University for scientific study and authentication.

This 9.15 gram slice reveals loads of metal blebs that really catch the eye and make for a great conversation piece. It's a thick slice than you'll typically find, so you can clearly see the exterior and interior of the stone. The vast majority of fragments from this meteorite are with the University of Missouri, so it's rare to find them available for private purchase. 

--Ordinary Chondrite--

Ordinary chondrites make up about 85% of all known falls. They are stony meteorites composed primarily of silicate minerals like olivine and pyroxene, with small amounts of nickel-iron metal and chondrules—tiny, spherical grains that formed in the early solar system. Their composition provides valuable insights into the building blocks of planets and the history of our solar system.

--Chondrules--

Small, spherical particles found in some meteorites, particularly in chondrites. These are believed to be some of the oldest solid materials in our solar system.

--Interior Metal Flecks--

The tiny shiny flecks visible in many chondrite meteorites are grains of iron-nickel metal that formed during the earliest stages of our solar system over 4.5 billion years ago. These grains can appear bright and reflective, while weathered meteorites may show darker oxidized metallic areas from long exposure to Earth’s environment.