Lot 1674
Martian Meteorite NWA 7397. Meteorites from the planet Mars are so rare that usually only small fragments are available for sale. These rare meteorites have been identified as being from Mars because of their chemical analysis, age and lack of attracting a magnet. They have to be from a planet and not an asteroid because they are not magnetic like the rest of the stony meteorites. NWA 7397 was a single 2.13 kg meteorite found near Smara, Morocco in 2012 and was designated as a rare Basaltic Martian Shergotite that was ejected from the large impact that occurred on Mars millions of years ago. This large 20 x 10mm fragment weighs a hefty 2.67 grams and has more than 40% of its original dark brown fusion crust that formed when its surface was burning during its entry into the Earth's atmosphere. It is much larger than the usual grain sized specimens and can be easily studied for detail and held in one's hand for a unique Martian experience. It comes with a signed authenticity card signed by meteorite man Rubin Garcia. For protection it is contained within a 8.5" x 6" Riker mount.
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Estimated Value $1,200 - 2,000.
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| Realized $3,060 |
