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LOT 1885
Natural History - Algerian NWA 869 Meteorite Collection
FOUND 2000 A.D.
5/8 - 1 3/8 in. (57 grams total, 17-35 mm).
A group of three differently sized specimens of Class L3.6 NWA 869 meteorite; with card stating 'Location: Algeria'. [3, No Reserve]
Provenance
Found Algeria.
Previously with Mohamed Ali Loud.
Property of a Sussex, UK, teacher.
Accompanied by a Meteorite Gravity certificate of authenticity card.
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