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LOT 2809
NWA 8038 Carbonaceous Chondrite (CO3.5) Polished Meteorite
1 1/2 in. (27.3 grams, 38 mm).
Cut with a triangular cross-section, composed of small chondrules and fine-grained CAI in a dark brown matrix. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired Morocco, North Africa, 2006.
Ex The Meteorite Market, Port Townsend, W. A., USA.
Ex USA market.
From the private collection of a Leicestershire, UK, gentleman.
Accompanied by a 'The Meteorite Market' dealer card and a Swiss membrane box.
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LOT 2809
NWA 8038 Carbonaceous Chondrite (CO3.5) Polished Meteorite
Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
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