• Type: Lunar / melt breccia
• Location: Algeria
• Weight: 2.7g
• Size: 24 x 21 x 2 mm
• Year of discovery: 2023
• Known total weight: 4.83 kg
• Surface treatment: cut slice, Polished on one side
• DETAILED DESCRIPTION

El Atchane 024 - a rare lunar meteorite El Atchane 024 is a lunar meteorite discovered in 2023 in the Ouargla region of southern Algeria. On September 14, 2025, it was officially approved and added to the international meteorite database. The main mass weighs 4.83 kg and belongs to the rare group of feldspathic melt breccias - lunar rocks formed by the melting and mixing of materials during an impact on the lunar surface. Composition and origin The meteorite contains plagioclase, pyroxene, and olivine, minerals typical of the lunar highlands. It also exhibits melt domains with sharp boundaries compared to the surrounding matrix, indicating rapid cooling after the impact event. Structure and characteristics El Atchane 024 is a heterogeneous breccia composed of anorthositic fragments, mineral clasts, and crystallized melt. In polarized light, microlitic textures and fine-grained structures typical of this type of lunar material can be observed. Rarity and importance Thanks to its proven provenance, rare classification, and well-documented mineralogy, El Atchane 024 is considered a very valuable lunar meteorite. It represents a unique opportunity to own a true fragment of the lunar crust. Free certificate Lunar meteorite Oued el Hamim 001 - 1.2g - Libya Free electronic certificate Lunar meteorite Gadamis 004 - 0.6g - Libya