Spectacular Meteorite Discovered in 2019 – Complete Individual

Spectacular Meteorite Discovered in 2019 – Complete Individual
NWA 12759, Stony Chondrite, L5
Northwest Africa
Boasting large size, outstanding regmaglypts, or thumbprints, a complete covering of fusion crust and, additionally, signs of orientation, this complete individual specimen of NWA 12759 is a spectacular find. Only the few rare meteorites that are stable during entry will exhibit the visual signs of orientation, and a completely intact fusion crust is rare. Found just this year, NWA 12759, identified as a stony chondrite, is an exciting discovery. Weighing 32 kilograms; Measuring 16 ½ x 10 ½ x 8in