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Meteorite**NWA 14916, LL3**14.944 grams, W/Gorgeous Colored Chondrules Type 3 For Sale
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Meteorite**NWA 14916, LL3**14.944 grams, W/Gorgeous Colored Chondrules Type 3:
$199.00
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an impressive meteorite, specifically the NWA 14916, classified as an LL3 chondrite. This beautiful full slice weighs 14.944 grams and features stunning colored chondrules and a soft polish to one side. Closely-packed, well-formed, unequilibrated glass-bearing chondrules (apparent diameter 770 ± 320 µm, N = 26) are set in a sparse fine-grained matrix containing stained kamacite, taenite and troilite. It belongs to the Type 3 classification, making it a highly sought-after collectible item for enthusiasts of meteorites. Don't miss out on the chance to add this amazing piece to your collection! This meteorite comes with a COA card and display case. Name: Northwest Africa 14916 Abbreviation: NWA 14916 Observed fall: No Year found: 2021 Country: (Northwest Africa) Mass: 520
Northwest Africa 14916 (NWA 14916)
(Northwest Africa)
Purchased: 2021 May
Classification: Ordinary chondrite (LL3)
History: Purchased by Matthew Stream in May 2021 from an Algerian dealer.
Petrography: (A. Irving, UWS and P. Carpenter, WUSL) Closely-packed, well-formed, unequilibrated glass-bearing chondrules (apparent diameter 770 ± 320 µm, N = 26) are set in a sparse fine-grained matrix containing stained kamacite, taenite and troilite.
Geochemistry: Olivine (Fa19.7±17.3, range Fa0.4-47.5, N = 6; Cr2O3 in ferroan olivine 0.07-0.19 wt.%, mean 0.11 wt.%, sd 0.04 wt.%, N = 7), low-Ca pyroxene (Fs10.7±5.2Wo2.0±1.9, range Fs4.0-16.1Wo0.2-4.8, N = 5), pigeonite (Fs12.9Wo14.9), augite (Fs4.1Wo35.8; Fs0.6Wo48.0; N = 2). Magnetic susceptibility log χ (× 10-9 m3/kg) = 4.24.
Classification: Ordinary chondrite (LL3).
Specimens: 22.52 g including one polished thin section at UWB; remainder with Mr. M. Stream.
Data from: MB111 Table 0 Line 0: Place of purchase:Algeria Date:P 2021 May Mass (g):520 Pieces:1 Class:LL3 Shock stage:S2 Weathering grade:W0/1 Fayalite (mol%):19.7±17.3 Ferrosilite (mol%):10.7±5.2 Wollastonite (mol%):2.0±1.9 Magnetic suscept.:4.24 Classifier:A. Irving, UWS, and P. Carpenter, WUSL Type spec mass (g):22.52 Type spec location:UWB Main mass:M. Stream Comments:Work name MS21-5; submitted by A. Irving
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