Mars Meteorite – Display Box Specimen

Description

This Mars Meteorite Specimen represents one of the rarest materials available to collectors — a genuine fragment ejected from the surface of Mars millions of years ago and later recovered on Earth. These meteorites are part of the SNC group (Shergottites, Nakhlites, and Chassignites), identified as Martian through trapped gas analysis that matches the composition of the Martian atmosphere measured by NASA’s Viking landers.

Martian meteorites form when powerful asteroid impacts blast surface rock into space, sending fragments on a trajectory toward Earth. After surviving re-entry, these stones are found in arid deserts like Northwest Africa or Antarctica, where preservation conditions are ideal.

Scientific Classification

Formation and Significance

These meteorites are the only known physical samples of Mars available on Earth, aside from NASA’s returned missions. Their chemistry reveals Mars’ volcanic and magmatic processes — including evidence of oxidized iron (Fe³⁺) and low water activity in Martian lava flows. Some specimens even contain microscopic inclusions of ancient gas bubbles identical to those measured in the Martian atmosphere.

Each fragment connects directly to planetary science, serving as a tangible record of Mars’ geologic evolution and cosmic journey through our solar system.

Aesthetic and Collector Evaluation

Each meteorite piece is professionally mounted in a clear acrylic display box with identifying label and specimen number. The box offers both protection and visual presentation, suitable for display cases, educational collections, or private curation.
Sizes and textures vary slightly — from fine-grained black fusion crust to gray, vesicular interiors.

Uses and Applications

• Collector’s item for planetary and meteorite enthusiasts.

• Educational specimen illustrating Martian geology and impact dynamics.

• Decorative or conversational artifact for science displays or space-themed collections.

Metaphysical Notes 

Mars meteorites are associated with strength, action, and transformation. Symbolically, they embody the energy of exploration and endurance — a bridge between worlds and an emblem of cosmic courage.

Care and Handling

• Keep in display box to prevent contamination or loss of identification.

• Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperature changes.

• Do not attempt to polish or clean the specimen.