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We would like to introduce you to the fascinating world of meteorites and the science of meteoritics. In our Basics and FAQ sections we offer beginner to medium content. If you are already into meteorites and meteoritics you should visit our Classification section that provides a great survey of each and every class of meteorites, including subgroups and grouplets. The About Us section informs you about our team and our most spectacular finds; you can even download scientific articles and abstracts on our meteorites. Our Sale section finally provides a fine selection of specimens for sale and trade. Have a look and enjoy!
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A Peridotite from Mars >>more

Special Feature:

NWAs: Second Class Meteorites?

On the collector's market, prices of most Northwest African meteorites are still dropping while witnessed falls are getting more expensive. Are NWA meteorites less valuable, or is it a subliminal form of chauvinism making some people treat them like second class meteorites? >> more...

Latest news :

01 April 2009 oriented chondrites
added to the sale section >>more

23 March 2009 hundreds of new specimens added to the sale section >>more

18 March 2009 Iron meteorites section added >>more

17 March 2009 85 specimens of SNC added !! >>more

16 March 2009 new pallasites page added >>more

NWA 2737 New Chassignite

Oriented meteorite >>more...