0.6g Ksar Ghilane 022 Ungrouped Achondrite - Possible Planetary Origin!

You are viewing meteorite Ksar Ghilane 022 which was found in Tatawin, Tunisia in 2023, and is classified as an ungrouped achondrite,  magnesium-rich clinopyroxenite with sulphite spheres!  

This is without a doubt one of the most exciting meteorites to recently surface for many reasons, including a possible link to a large Planetary body!  

Curious as to what planet we are speaking of? Read an article just released by CNN on the topic of this meteorite and it’s possible connection: 

https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/07/14/science/mercury-meteorites-sahara-desert

About this meteorite:

The physical characteristics of this meteorite show a  lack of fusion crust, exhibiting mottled dark and light gray granular surfaces. The interiors consist of equigranular aggregates of light gray and white grains.

The specimen predominantly comprises nearly pure augite, accompanied by minor enstatite and accessory minerals like Cr-troilite, daubreelite, alabandite, and an Mn-Fe oxide phase. Enstatite occurs as small irregular inclusions or thin lamellae within the augite grains, and the varying macroscopic colors of the augite reflect different concentrations of sulfide inclusions. Additionally, some secondary calcite veins are present.

Do not miss your chance to jump on this one! Ungrouped achondrites are absolutely fascinating since we really don’t know where they originated from! 

Please note: Ksar Ghilane 022 is a fragile meteorite.  While handling is perfectly fine, please do so with caution!  Ksar Ghilane 022 slices may show occasional remnants of “saw artifacts” such as indentations or lines due to the careful slicing practice we must follow in order to produce an affordable slice of this fragile, but extremely special meteorite.