NWA 869 Polished Slice

This slice of NWA 869, a well-known L4-6 chondrite, has been carefully polished to reveal its internal structure. Rich in chondrules, metal flakes, and brecciated textures, it captures the primordial conditions of our solar system in vivid detail. The meteorite was discovered in Morocco, where it was recovered by licensed meteorite researchers and subsequently prepared for collectors and scientists.

Chondrites are among the oldest solid materials in the solar system, dating back over 4.5 billion years. Their internal structures, especially in polished form, tell a story of dust accretion, thermal metamorphism, and space collisions. This NWA 869 slice features visible chondrules (rounded mineral grains), fine-grained matrix, and occasional metal inclusions, creating a fascinating visual and scientific sample.

Highly affordable and visually attractive, this polished slice is ideal for both new and experienced collectors. It’s also an excellent educational tool for teaching planetary science and meteoritics. Each slice, while unique, reflects the consistent mineralogy and history of the NWA 869 strewn field.

Sold by the gram, these slices combine accessibility with authentic scientific value — making them one of the best entry points into meteorite collection.