{"title":"NWA 13643 CM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"294\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eNWA 13643 CM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, an exceptionally primitive meteorite that preserves some of the earliest material formed during the birth of our Solar System over \u003cstrong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"293\"\u003e4.56 billion years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eOfficially recognised by the Meteoritical Society, \u003cstrong data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eNorthwest Africa (NWA) 13643\u003c\/strong\u003e was purchased from a meteorite dealer in \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eMorocco\u003c\/strong\u003e during \u003cstrong data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"448\"\u003e2020\u003c\/strong\u003e and approved in \u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"473\"\u003e2021\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is classified as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"527\"\u003eCM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most scientifically important meteorite groups due to its abundance of hydrated minerals, fine-grained matrix and primitive Solar System material. The official \u003cstrong data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"740\"\u003etotal known weight is just 170 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, making NWA 13643 an exceptionally scarce classified meteorite. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eUnlike ordinary chondrites, \u003cstrong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eCM (Mighei-type) carbonaceous chondrites\u003c\/strong\u003e are rich in carbon-bearing compounds and hydrated minerals that formed through interactions with liquid water on their parent asteroid billions of years ago. These meteorites provide valuable evidence for the early chemical evolution of the Solar System and are extensively studied for the clues they preserve about the ingredients available during planetary formation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003ePetrographic examination shows that NWA 13643 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003ebrecciated carbonaceous chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e containing small chondrules, altered chondrule pseudomorphs, mineral fragments and rare calcium-aluminium-rich inclusions (CAIs), all enclosed within a fine-grained, iron-rich matrix. Many components are surrounded by delicate dust rims, while the matrix contains abundant iron sulphides, rare calcium carbonates and hydrated phyllosilicate minerals formed through ancient aqueous alteration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eWith a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003eShock Stage of S1\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003elow weathering\u003c\/strong\u003e, NWA 13643 remains exceptionally well preserved, retaining delicate mineralogical features that make CM2 meteorites among the most valuable research specimens available today. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2254\"\u003eOur collection showcases authentic NWA 13643 specimens selected for their provenance, recognised classification and scientific significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2256\" data-end=\"2359\"\u003eAs our collection continues to grow, additional NWA 13643 specimens and preparations will be added.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14m44eq\" data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2387\"\u003eOfficial Classification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2883\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2400\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2415\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2883\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2458\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficial Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2484\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNorthwest Africa 13643\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2500\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAbbreviation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2500\" data-end=\"2513\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNWA 13643\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2531\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMeteorite Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2550\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStony Meteorite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2568\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eClassification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2598\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2617\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eChondrite Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2643\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCarbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2659\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFind or Fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2667\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2688\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlace of Purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2699\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMorocco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2725\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2717\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eYear Purchased\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2725\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2742\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eYear Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2750\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2780\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2772\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTotal Known Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2780\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e170g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2801\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2795\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eShock Stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2801\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eS1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2802\" data-end=\"2821\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWeathering Grade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2828\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2883\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2849\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficial Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2883\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMeteoritical Bulletin Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1swsjop\" data-start=\"2885\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eWhy Collect NWA 13643?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13ojbr2\" data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003eOfficially classified \u003cstrong data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"2966\"\u003eCM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n26r9p\" data-start=\"2968\" data-end=\"3029\"\u003eExceptionally low \u003cstrong data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3028\"\u003etotal known weight of only 170 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rue95d\" data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3098\"\u003eRich in hydrated minerals formed through ancient water alteration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xztslk\" data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eContains primitive chondrules, CAIs and fine-grained matrix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vg3dq2\" data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3222\"\u003eOne of the most scientifically important meteorite groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16z48p8\" data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003eAn exceptional addition to advanced meteorite and planetary science collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hvay18\" data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3328\"\u003eFeatured Specimens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3357\"\u003eOur collection may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vrffxx\" data-start=\"3359\" data-end=\"3374\"\u003eRaw Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lqev57\" data-start=\"3375\" data-end=\"3392\"\u003ePolished Slices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16zh2ra\" data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3403\"\u003eEnd Cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bc1b3m\" data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3425\"\u003eCollector Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15niqx1\" data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003eResearch Quality Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i3n1x9\" data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eMuseum Display Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3582\"\u003eAs our collection grows, additional NWA 13643 specimens and preparations will become available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"3584\" data-end=\"3613\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jj7kxu\" data-start=\"3615\" data-end=\"3637\"\u003eWhat is NWA 13643?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3639\" data-end=\"3828\"\u003eNWA 13643 is an officially recognised \u003cstrong data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3707\"\u003eCM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e purchased in Morocco during 2020 and approved by the Meteoritical Society in 2021. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ndop9\" data-start=\"3830\" data-end=\"3871\"\u003eWhat is a CM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3873\" data-end=\"4095\"\u003eCM2 meteorites are primitive carbon-rich meteorites containing hydrated minerals, fine-grained matrix and ancient Solar System material that has experienced limited aqueous alteration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1mfw04o\" data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4128\"\u003eWhy is NWA 13643 important?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4130\" data-end=\"4358\"\u003eIts exceptionally low total known weight of just \u003cstrong data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4192\"\u003e170 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with its excellent preservation and primitive mineralogy, makes it scientifically significant and highly collectable. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"g4t99\" data-start=\"4360\" data-end=\"4378\"\u003eWhat are CAIs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4380\" data-end=\"4541\"\u003eCalcium-aluminium-rich inclusions (CAIs) are among the oldest solid materials formed in the Solar System, predating the formation of planets and many meteorites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1sbwcxz\" data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4572\"\u003eIs every specimen unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4713\"\u003eYes. Every NWA 13643 specimen varies naturally in shape, texture, mineral distribution and weathering, making each piece completely unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jmb2nj\" data-start=\"4715\" data-end=\"4737\"\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4739\" data-end=\"4769\"\u003eYou may also be interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4771\" data-end=\"4889\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52cvwt\" data-start=\"4771\" data-end=\"4792\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/meteorite-specimens\" title=\"Meteorite Specimen\"\u003eMeteorite Specimens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"djl7a0\" data-start=\"4793\" data-end=\"4811\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/stony-meteorites\" title=\"Stony Meteorites\"\u003eStony Meteorites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19k2uuz\" data-start=\"4812\" data-end=\"4832\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/meteorites-by-name\" title=\"Meteorite by Name\"\u003eMeteorites by Name\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"er0pce\" data-start=\"4859\" data-end=\"4889\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/nwa-13683-rumuruti-chondrite\" title=\"NWA 13683\"\u003eNWA 13683 Rumuruti Chondrite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1g5aw3h\" data-start=\"4891\" data-end=\"4904\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4906\" data-end=\"5105\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ajuqf9\" data-start=\"4906\" data-end=\"5002\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lpi.usra.edu\/meteor\/metbull.cfm?sea=nwa+13643\u0026amp;ants=no\u0026amp;nwas=\u0026amp;falls=\u0026amp;valids=\u0026amp;stype=contains\u0026amp;lrec=1000\u0026amp;map=ge\u0026amp;browse=\u0026amp;country=All\u0026amp;srt=name\u0026amp;categ=All\u0026amp;mblist=All\u0026amp;rect=\u0026amp;phot=no\u0026amp;strewn=no\u0026amp;snew=0\u0026amp;pnt=Normal+table\u0026amp;sfor=names\u0026amp;code=73647\" title=\"Meteoritical Bulletin Databse\"\u003eMeteoritical Bulletin Database – Northwest Africa 13643.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jba999\" data-start=\"5003\" data-end=\"5105\"\u003eGattacceca et al. (2022). \u003cem data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5066\"\u003eThe Meteoritical Bulletin No. 110\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nwa-13643-cm2-carbonaceous-chondrite-specimen","title":"NWA 13643 CM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite Meteorite Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"266\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOwn a genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"175\"\u003eNWA 13643 CM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite Meteorite Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the rarest and most scientifically significant meteorites available to collectors.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eOfficially recognised by the Meteoritical Society, \u003cstrong data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eNorthwest Africa 13643\u003c\/strong\u003e was purchased in \u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eMorocco\u003c\/strong\u003e during 2020 and approved in 2021. Classified as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eCM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, this meteorite preserves primitive material from the earliest Solar System, including hydrated minerals, ancient chondrules and calcium-aluminium-rich inclusions (CAIs). With an official \u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"684\"\u003etotal known weight of just 170 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e, NWA 13643 is an exceptionally scarce classified meteorite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eThe exact numbered specimen shown in the photographs is the meteorite you will receive. Every specimen displays its own natural texture, matrix and geological characteristics, making each piece completely unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"jj33nq\" data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eChoosing Your Specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eEach NWA 13643 meteorite has been individually catalogued with a unique GeoFossils specimen number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1203\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1099\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecimen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1109\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1137\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e184\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1146\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e185\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1155\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e186\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1158\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2.76\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1164\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e187\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e1.85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1173\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e188\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e1.4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1182\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e189\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e0.64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1191\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e190\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e0.90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1200\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e191\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e0.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eYou will receive the exact numbered specimen selected from the variant menu and shown in the photographs.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vr6efq\" data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eSpecimen Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eThese specimens are supplied in their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003enatural raw condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. No cutting, polishing, stabilisation or artificial enhancement has been carried out, preserving their original mineralogy, surface features and scientific integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"a28z65\" data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eWhy Choose This Specimen?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"2207\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1613\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1624\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1673\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eExact specimen supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1743\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eYou receive the exact NWA 13643 specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1781\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGenuine CM2 Carbonaceous Chondrite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1852\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eOne of the most scientifically important meteorite classifications.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1877\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficially classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eRecognised by the Meteoritical Society 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data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2766\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11kwdip\" data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2777\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2803\"\u003ePurchased in Morocco\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"156js83\" data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2833\"\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2835\" data-end=\"3024\"\u003eThis specimen originates from the officially recognised \u003cstrong data-start=\"2891\" data-end=\"2929\"\u003eNorthwest Africa 13643 (NWA 13643)\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite and has been sourced through trusted meteorite suppliers with documented provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 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