This 52.13 gram meteorite end cut represents the MAIN MASS of NWA 14890, which is officially documented by the Meteoritical and Planetary Society. It is approximately 4.56 billion years old. The exterior features a fusion crust obtained during the meteorite's journey through our atmosphere and contraction cracks obtained from its time on earth in the northwest African desert. The interior matrix displays visible condrules and flecks of metal. This is a rare opportunity to own the largest single stone of a classified meteorite discovery at a reasonable price.

Meteoritical Bulletin Entry Describing NWA 14890: https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meteor/metbull.php?code=77449

Your purchase includes the exact stone pictured, a Certificate of Authenticity, a custom 3D printed display stand, and a special lunar surprise 🌙

My name is Dr. Chris Sanders and I am a member of the International Meteorite Collectors Association (Member ID 8303). Purchasing from an IMSA member guarantees you're working with trusted members of the meteorite community.

Meteorite Features

-- Main Mass --

The largest remaining piece of a meteorite after it has been recovered and potentially fragmented. When a meteorite falls to Earth, it may break into multiple pieces upon impact, but the largest single fragment is considered the Main Mass. Collectors and researchers often value the Main Mass highly, as it represents the most substantial portion of the original cosmic body.

--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.

--Stone Meteorite--

The most common type of meteorite, these rocky visitors from space are similar to Earth rocks but with a twist. They often contain tiny, round particles called chondrules, which formed in the early solar system. Stone meteorites give us a peek into the building blocks of planets!

--Provenance--

This stone was purchased from Salamu Ali, who purchased it from a group of meteorite hunters in Mauritania in 2022.