{"title":"Timimoun 003 Aubrite","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"223\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eTimimoun 003 Aubrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, an exceptionally rare achondrite that formed during the earliest stages of planetary evolution within our Solar System.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"671\"\u003eOfficially recognised by the Meteoritical Society, \u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eTimimoun 003\u003c\/strong\u003e was recovered in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eAdrar Province of Algeria\u003c\/strong\u003e during 2025 and classified as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eAubrite (Enstatite Achondrite)\u003c\/strong\u003e. With an official \u003cstrong data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"473\"\u003etotal known weight of just 26 kilograms\u003c\/strong\u003e, Timimoun 003 represents one of only around \u003cstrong data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"555\"\u003e90 officially recognised aubrites\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a highly desirable meteorite for collectors and researchers alike. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eUnlike ordinary chondrites, aubrites are \u003cstrong data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"729\"\u003eachondrites\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning they crystallised from molten rock within a differentiated parent body rather than preserving the primitive chondrules seen in most stony meteorites. They are dominated by the mineral \u003cstrong data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"936\"\u003eenstatite\u003c\/strong\u003e, an extremely magnesium-rich pyroxene that gives aubrites their distinctive pale grey to almost white appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eTimimoun 003 is classified as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003ecoarse-grained aubrite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Laboratory analysis identified large enstatite crystals accompanied by accessory minerals including titanium-bearing troilite, daubréelite, silicon-bearing kamacite, diopside and albite. Rare grains of fresh metallic iron remain visible within the meteorite, while terrestrial weathering has produced characteristic brown staining and secondary alteration minerals on exposed surfaces. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003eCurrent scientific evidence suggests aubrites originated from a highly reduced differentiated asteroid, possibly related to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eE-type asteroids\u003c\/strong\u003e found within the Hungaria asteroid group. Their unique chemistry reflects formation under extremely oxygen-poor conditions during the birth of the Solar System, making them fundamentally different from most other meteorites. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eTimimoun 003 combines exceptional rarity with outstanding scientific importance, offering collectors the opportunity to own material representing one of the rarest recognised meteorite groups known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eOur collection showcases authentic Timimoun 003 specimens selected for their provenance, recognised classification and scientific significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eAs our collection continues to grow, additional Timimoun 003 specimens and preparations will be added.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14m44eq\" data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2425\"\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=\"2427\" data-end=\"2798\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2427\" data-end=\"2438\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2453\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2496\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficial Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2512\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTimimoun 003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2513\" data-end=\"2530\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMeteorite Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003eStony Meteorite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2567\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eClassification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eAubrite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2594\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFind or Fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2602\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2636\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2625\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCountry of Recovery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2636\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAlgeria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2648\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLocality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2666\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eAdrar Province\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2680\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eYear Found\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2688\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2705\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eYear Approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2713\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2714\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2714\" data-end=\"2735\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTotal Known Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003e26kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2798\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2744\" data-end=\"2764\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficial Database\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2798\" 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=\"1ekomkx\" data-start=\"2800\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eWhy Collect Timimoun 003?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mrhq7z\" data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003eOfficially classified as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2860\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eAubrite (Enstatite Achondrite)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gt7sc1\" data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2937\"\u003eTotal known weight of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003e26 kilograms\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8e8ytp\" data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003eComposed predominantly of coarse-grained enstatite crystals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yj22p3\" data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3060\"\u003eRepresents one of the rarest recognised meteorite groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14tds1z\" data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003eFormed within a differentiated parent body under extremely oxygen-poor conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eprrut\" data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003eAn exceptional addition to advanced meteorite collections and planetary science displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hvay18\" data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3260\"\u003eFeatured Specimens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3289\"\u003eOur collection may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vrffxx\" data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003eRaw Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12cvz1v\" data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003eCut Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16zh2ra\" data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3333\"\u003eEnd Cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1m1n023\" data-start=\"3334\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003eDisplay Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15niqx1\" data-start=\"3354\" data-end=\"3382\"\u003eResearch Quality Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bc1b3m\" data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003eCollector Specimens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3508\"\u003eAs our collection grows, additional Timimoun 003 specimens and preparations will become available.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" data-start=\"3510\" data-end=\"3539\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"q5w5ne\" data-start=\"3541\" data-end=\"3566\"\u003eWhat is Timimoun 003?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3765\"\u003eTimimoun 003 is an officially recognised \u003cstrong data-start=\"3609\" data-end=\"3620\"\u003eAubrite\u003c\/strong\u003e recovered in Algeria during 2025. It is a rare achondrite composed predominantly of the mineral enstatite. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wuqkii\" data-start=\"3767\" data-end=\"3790\"\u003eWhat is an aubrite?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3996\"\u003eAubrites are rare igneous meteorites formed within differentiated planetary bodies. They consist mainly of magnesium-rich enstatite and contain very little metallic iron compared with ordinary chondrites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"g2ris3\" data-start=\"3998\" data-end=\"4030\"\u003eWhy is Timimoun 003 unusual?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4032\" data-end=\"4241\"\u003eIts coarse-grained enstatite crystals, rare accessory minerals and formation under extremely oxygen-poor conditions distinguish it from almost every other meteorite group. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p21cc4\" data-start=\"4243\" data-end=\"4276\"\u003eWhere was Timimoun 003 found?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4278\" data-end=\"4377\"\u003eIt was recovered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"4298\" data-end=\"4325\"\u003eAdrar Province, Algeria\u003c\/strong\u003e, during 2025. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fsu85a\" data-start=\"4379\" data-end=\"4408\"\u003eWhy are aubrites so rare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4607\"\u003eAubrites are among the rarest recognised meteorite groups, with only around 90 officially recognised examples worldwide at the time of Timimoun 003's approval. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6dpib8\" data-start=\"4609\" data-end=\"4651\"\u003eIs every Timimoun 003 specimen unique?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4653\" data-end=\"4782\"\u003eYes. Every specimen differs naturally in shape, weathering, crystal distribution and surface texture, making each example unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jmb2nj\" data-start=\"4784\" data-end=\"4806\"\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4808\" data-end=\"4838\"\u003eYou may also be interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4940\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"52cvwt\" data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4861\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/meteorite-specimens\" title=\"Meteorite Specimens\"\u003eMeteorite Specimens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"djl7a0\" data-start=\"4862\" data-end=\"4880\"\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=\"4881\" data-end=\"4901\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/meteorites-by-name\" title=\"Meteorites By Name\"\u003eMeteorites by Name\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h4la5f\" data-start=\"4902\" data-end=\"4920\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/lunar-meteorites\" title=\"Lunar Meteorites\"\u003eLunar Meteorites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"3fje56\" data-start=\"4921\" data-end=\"4940\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.geofossils.com\/collections\/rafsa-007-angrite\" title=\"Rafsa 007\"\u003eRafsa 007 Angrite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1g5aw3h\" data-start=\"4942\" data-end=\"4955\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4957\" data-end=\"5256\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1jik9c1\" data-start=\"4957\" data-end=\"5043\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lpi.usra.edu\/meteor\/metbull.cfm?sea=timimoun\u0026amp;ants=\u0026amp;nwas=\u0026amp;falls=\u0026amp;valids=\u0026amp;stype=contains\u0026amp;lrec=100\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=85093\" title=\"Timimoun 003\"\u003eMeteoritical Bulletin Database – Timimoun 003.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yk22ng\" data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5137\"\u003eMeteoritical Society – Meteoritical Bulletin No. 114. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eyaw7s\" data-start=\"5138\" data-end=\"5256\"\u003eĆuk, M. et al. \u003cem data-start=\"5155\" data-end=\"5217\"\u003eHungaria Asteroid Family as the Source of Aubrite Meteorites\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"timimoun-003-aubrite-meteorite-specimen","title":"Timimoun 003 Aubrite Meteorite Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"228\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOwn a genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eTimimoun 003 Aubrite Meteorite Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the rarest types of stony meteorites recognised by the Meteoritical Society.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eRecovered in \u003cstrong data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"270\"\u003eAdrar Province, Algeria\u003c\/strong\u003e, during 2025, Timimoun 003 is officially classified as an \u003cstrong data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eAubrite\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rare achondrite composed predominantly of magnesium-rich enstatite. Formed within a differentiated parent body under extremely oxygen-poor conditions, aubrites provide important insights into the early evolution of rocky bodies within our Solar System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eThe exact numbered specimen shown in the photographs is the meteorite you will receive. Every specimen displays its own unique natural texture, crystal structure and weathering, making each piece a distinctive addition to any meteorite collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"jj33nq\" data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"872\"\u003eChoosing Your Specimen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eEach Timimoun 003 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=\"978\" data-end=\"1093\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"989\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecimen\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"999\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1027\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e01\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1030\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1036\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e02\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1039\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1045\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e03\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1048\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1054\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1057\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1063\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1072\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e06\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1075\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1081\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e07\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1084\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1090\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e08\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1093\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e\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=\"1095\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1204\"\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=\"1206\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003eSpecimen Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eThese specimens are supplied in their \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003enatural raw condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. No cutting, polishing or enhancement has been carried out, preserving the meteorite's original surface, mineralogy and geological character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"a28z65\" data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1466\"\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=\"1468\" data-end=\"2061\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1478\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1489\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eBenefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1538\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eExact specimen supplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eYou receive the exact Timimoun 003 meteorite shown in the photographs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1631\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGenuine aubrite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1690\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eOne of the rarest recognised meteorite classifications.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1715\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficially classified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eRecognised by the Meteoritical Society as Timimoun 003.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1799\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNatural raw condition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1848\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003ePreserves the meteorite exactly as recovered.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1878\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eScientifically significant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1955\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFormed within a differentiated parent body early in Solar System history.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1977\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHighly collectable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2061\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAn exceptional addition to advanced meteorite and planetary science collections.\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=\"gy7buy\" data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eScientific Information\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=\"2090\" data-end=\"2474\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2101\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2116\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2159\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOfficial Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2175\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTimimoun 003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2191\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2225\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRaw Aubrite Meteorite Specimen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2243\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMeteorite Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eStony Meteorite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2280\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eClassification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd 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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=\"2476\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003eAdrar Province, Algeria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"156js83\" data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eThis specimen originates from the officially recognised \u003cstrong data-start=\"2602\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003eTimimoun 003\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite and has been obtained through trusted meteorite suppliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eRobert Robinson, Managing Director of GeoFossils, is a member of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003eInternational Meteorite Collectors Association (IMCA No. 7412)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing additional confidence in the authenticity and provenance of every meteorite we offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xymjcr\" data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2943\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ky1ifn\" data-start=\"2945\" data-end=\"2995\"\u003eStore in a dry environment with stable humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o2w7gr\" data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003eHandle with clean, dry hands or cotton gloves when practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q22vf7\" data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3099\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rzhpf2\" data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003eClean gently using a soft, dry brush only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mjssjv\" data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003eStore separately from harder minerals to minimise accidental damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11vxczq\" data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003ePreserve all original surfaces, as these contribute to the specimen's scientific value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xl633v\" data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3321\"\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1sjpfae\" data-start=\"3323\" data-end=\"3416\"\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen selected from the variant menu and shown in the images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yuwpzt\" data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003eEvery Timimoun 003 meteorite is naturally unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fktqvj\" data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3609\"\u003eNatural variations in shape, texture, weathering and mineral 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