NWA 1500 Eucrite

NWA 1500 is a eucrite meteorite — part of the HED group (howardites, eucrites, and diogenites) — believed to have originated from the crust of asteroid 4 Vesta. This meteorite was discovered in Northwest Africa by licensed Moroccan hunters, adding another remarkable specimen to the country’s well-documented meteorite record.

Eucrites are volcanic in nature, composed mainly of basaltic minerals such as pyroxene and plagioclase. This fragment has a distinct light-gray matrix with speckled inclusions and shock-darkened zones. Its igneous texture makes it a compelling piece for planetary science and a must-have for collectors focused on differentiated bodies in our solar system.

The origin from Vesta — the second-largest body in the asteroid belt — is inferred from spectral and isotopic similarities between meteorites like NWA 1500 and data returned by NASA’s Dawn mission. Holding such a specimen is like owning a volcanic rock from a mini-planet that never fully formed into a planet.

Whether you are building a collection or engaging in scientific study, this eucrite offers a pristine and verified piece of early solar system history. Sold by the gram, it’s an accessible and compelling addition to any serious collection.