NWA 17066 — Oriented Shield Meteorite, 24.8 kg H4–6 Chondrite
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NWA 17066 is a 24.8-kilogram H4–6 ordinary chondrite distinguished by its unusually sculptural form and pronounced aerodynamic character. The specimen exhibits a broad shield-like profile, deep regmaglypts, and extensive dark weathered surface textures that preserve evidence of its passage through Earth’s atmosphere.
Its exterior is marked by sweeping relief and intricate surface morphology. Ridges, channels, and regmaglyptic depressions create a striking interplay of light and shadow across the stone, while portions of the original fusion-melted exterior appear to survive beneath the effects of terrestrial weathering. The result is a specimen that communicates both the violence of atmospheric entry and the immense timescales of its subsequent residence on Earth.
Classified as an H4–6 ordinary chondrite with a weathering grade of W3, NWA 17066 represents material from one of the most common parent bodies in the asteroid belt while preserving an uncommon degree of visual character. Its scale, sculptural presence, and apparent orientation make it equally compelling as a scientific specimen and as a natural object of display.
Classification: H4–6 Ordinary Chondrite
Weathering Grade: W3
Location Found: Tamanrasset Region, Algeria
Year Found: 2023
Total Known Weight: 24.8 kg
Classifier: J. T. Mitchell
Significant Work
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