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A Rare and Monumental Specimen of Lunar Origin

Weighing an extraordinary 10.8 kilograms, this specimen of Oued El Hamim 001 is one of the largest lunar meteorites ever offered for private ownership. Discovered in 2024 near Ajdabiya, Libya, this lunar fragmental breccia has been classified by Dr. Carl Agee of the University of New Mexico as an authentic piece of the Moon’s surface. Its exceptional size, scientific importance, and natural beauty make it a cornerstone for any serious collection.

A Lunar Specimen of Uncommon Scale

Lunar meteorites are among the rarest materials on Earth, and specimens of this magnitude are exceedingly scarce. The reddish-brown, textured surface of OEH 001 reflects its weathering in the Libyan desert, while polished slices reveal white feldspar fragments, multicolored mineral clasts, and a fine-grained gray-green matrix. Its monumental size and striking appearance set it apart as a unique natural artifact.

Scientific Importance: A Rare Glimpse into Lunar Water Activity

What makes  truly exceptional is the evidence of aqueous alteration—a feature almost unheard of in lunar meteorites. Analysis by Dr. Agee shows olivine crystals altered into an iddingsite-like phase, indicating interaction with water beneath the Moon’s surface. Clear boundaries between unaltered and altered regions reveal a fascinating geological history, offering insights into processes rarely associated with lunar materials.

Key Features:

• Mass: 10.8 kilograms—an extraordinary size for a lunar meteorite (10,859 grams)

• Classification: Lunar fragmental breccia, classified by Dr. Carl Agee (UNM)

• Composition: Plagioclase feldspar, olivine (unaltered and altered), pyroxenes, and vesicular shock melt domains

• Provenance: Part of a 33.18 kg total find in the Libyan desert

• Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 14 cm (7.5 x 10.25 x 5.5 in)

From the Moon to Earth

Oued El Hamim 001 began its journey millions of years ago, when a colossal asteroid impact ejected it from the Moon’s surface. After traveling 384,000 kilometers through space, it landed on Earth, where it was discovered in the Libyan desert. Its lunar origin was confirmed through detailed mineralogical and chemical analysis by Dr. Carl Agee, establishing it as an authentic relic of our nearest celestial neighbour

This meteorite represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a specimen of immense scientific and aesthetic value. With its unparalleled size and rare geological features, Oued El Hamim 001 is a tangible connection to the Moon, a relic of cosmic history, and an iconic addition to any world-class collection.

The Oued El Hamim meteorite, discovered in Libya in 2024, is a rare lunar fragmental breccia, meaning it originated from the Moon and consists of various rock fragments cemented together. Unique to this meteorite is evidence of aqueous alteration, suggesting it was exposed to water on the Moon, a notable feature for lunar materials. Its composition includes plagioclase, olivine, and clinopyroxene, with reddish-brown olivines altered to an iddingsite-like phase, likely due to interaction with water

How this Moon rock reached Earth is truly remarkable: 

An asteroid impact on the Moon forceful ejected surface rock, sending it on a journey thoroughly space (384,000 km in our direction), and it ultimately fell to Earth as a meteorite! Interestingly, a lunar meteorite is identified by comparing its mineralogical and chemical composition to Moon rocks brought home to Earth from the Apollo and Luna missions. 

• Oued El Hamim slice, 844 grams 
• Oued El Hamim 001 (Libya)
• Classification: Lunar fragmental breccia
• Displays evidence of subsurface aqueous alteration on the moon
• One of the largest lunar meteorite slices in existence (by weight)
• Professionally sliced and polished

This is an exceptionally rare Lunar Feldspar Breccia meteorite, Tifariti 02, found in 2022 in Algeria. This incredible meteorite is composed primarily of anorthite, olivine, and pyroxene, while also containing small amounts of augite and augite alterations.  

GEOLOGICAL CONTEXT

• Location: Algeria
• Fall: Unknown

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 

• Dimensions: 4" x  3.5" x 0.05" (10.1 x 8.9 x 0.1 cm)
• Display Dimensions: 4.5" x 3.5" x 3.5" (11.4 cm x 8.9 cm x 8.9 cm)
  
• Weight: 38.6 grams

• Martian meteorite slice, 33.6 grams 
• Name: Northwest Africa 12564 
• Classification: Shergottite
• Specimen measurements: 9.5 cm x 8.7 cm x 0.23 cm
• Professionally sliced and polished 

How this Mars rock reached Earth is truly remarkable: 

An asteroid impact on Mars forcefully ejected surface rock, sending it on a journey through interplanetary space (157.48 million km in our direction), and it ultimately fell to Earth as a meteorite! 

Signed Certificate of Authenticity issued by Fossil Realm included

Striking stone meteorite of substantial size enveloped in fusion crust. Attractive appearance overall with notable regmaglypts (surface "dimples").

Name: Hammadah al Hamra 346

Classification: Chondrite - L6

Locality: Libya

Measurements: 5.38" (Width) x 5.11" (Height) x 3.28" (Depth)

Measurements on display: 8.3" (height) x 6.0" width x 5.9" depth 

Weight: 2.76 kg / 6.08 lbs

Signed Certificate of Authenticity issued by Fossil Realm included