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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

This Oriented Chrondite Meteorite, weighing 1.7kg, is a breathtaking example of the natural marvels of celestial geology. It showcases an exquisite array of a multitude of oriented flight lines in fabulous condition. Orientation is, in itself, rare as only 1 in 1000 meteorites display signs of orientation, meaning the meteor maintained a stable position as it crashed into the atmosphere at over 40,000 Kph. In just seconds, the surface of the leading side heated to 2800⁰f causing it to melt into a beautiful heat shield, reflecting the atmospheric heating outward. The molten rock created incredible fluting from convection and flowlines, streaming out from the center of the shield, similar to rain blowing up a car windshield. These fine lines hardened in a perfect snapshot as the rock abruptly slowed to a terminal velocity of ~300 Kph.

SPECIMEN PROFILE

Classification: This meteorite was classified as an H4-6 Chondrite at the University of Minnesota by Dr. Jennifer Mitchell (pending approval).

Discovery Date and Location: It was found in southern Algeria, near the town of Tamanrasset, in 2023. Find coordinates are 22.016228, 5.702543

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Weight: 1.7kg 

Dimensions: 5.2" x 4.9" x 3" (13 x 12.5 x 7.5 cm)

Display Dimensions: 9" tall, 5" wide and 5" deep (23 x 13 x 13cm)

PROVENANCE AND AUTHENTICITY

Acquired from a distinguished partner specializing in exceptional meteorite specimens. 

This is an extraordinary, 24.7 kg, oriented shield chondrite. Orientation is, in itself, rare as only 1 in 1000 meteorites display signs of orientation, meaning the meteor maintained a stable position as it crashed into the atmosphere at over 40,000 Kph. In just seconds, the surface of the leading side heated to 2800⁰f causing it to melt into a beautiful heat shield, reflecting the atmospheric
heating outward. The molten rock created incredible fluting from convection and flowlines, streaming out from the center of the shield, similar to rain blowing up a car windshield. These fine lines hardened in a perfect snapshot as the rock abruptly slowed to a terminal velocity of ~300 Kph.

An intact, oriented shield is almost unheard of. An oriented shield of this size, with fusion crusted flight markings is a once in a century find and a true museum specimen.

This meteorite was classified as an H4-6 Chondrite at the University of Minnesota by Dr. Jennifer Mitchell (pending approval).

It was found in southern Algeria, near the town of Tamanrasset, in 2023.
Find coordinates are 22.016228, 5.702543