meteorite

Chondritic meteorite

Ordinary chondrite; commonly L, LL, or H group, composed mainly of olivine and low-calcium pyroxene

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Typically gray-brown to dark gray, with a matte fusion crust and visible rounded chondrules; Mohs hardness about 6–7, nonmetallic to weakly metallic luster, granular structure, and specific gravity about 3.0–3.7.

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At a glance

Common name: Chondritic meteorite
Scientific name: Ordinary chondrite; commonly L, LL, or H group, composed mainly of olivine and low-calcium pyroxene
Category: meteorite
Identified: August 25, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

About $1–$10 per gram for common authenticated ordinary chondrite fragments; approximately $20–$100+ for well-documented, attractive, or historically significant specimens.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Primitive stony meteorites formed in the early Solar System roughly 4.56 billion years ago by accretion of dust and molten droplets; they later survived atmospheric entry and landed on Earth.

Uses & applications

Primarily collected, researched, and displayed; scientifically important for studying Solar-System formation, with little industrial or jewelry use.

Geological facts

Chondrites are among the most chemically primitive known rocks and contain chondrules, tiny once-molten silicate spheres. The pictured label identifies it as a chondritic meteorite, but exact classification requires laboratory analysis.

Field identification & locations

Look for a thin dark fusion crust, unusually high density, rounded chondrules, and attraction to a strong magnet from iron-nickel metal; confirm authenticity through petrography and elemental testing. Common finds include Antarctica, hot deserts, and witnessed falls worldwide.