Own a genuine piece of one of the rarest meteorite classifications on Earth. This display features an authentic Rumuruti (R3) Chondrite recovered from the Sahara Desert of Algeria. R-type meteorites are exceptionally uncommon and are known for their unique composition and low metallic iron content.
Formed during the earliest days of our solar system, Rumuruti meteorites provide scientists with valuable clues about the materials that helped build planets over 4.5 billion years ago.
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Each meteorite specimen is authentic and unique. Size, shape, and appearance may vary from the example shown.
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