• Type: Lunar / feldspathic breccia
• Location: Bechar, Algeria
• Weight: 0.6g
• Dimensions: 12 x 7 x 5 mm
• Year of discovery: 2022
• Known total weight: 4 kg
• Surface treatment: none – Rough
• Packaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)
• DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Bechar 007 lunar meteorite Bechar 007 is a rare feldspathic breccia lunar meteorite, originating from the Moon. This meteorite was discovered in June 2022 in the Béchar region of southwestern Algeria. The total mass recovered is approximately 4 kg in several pieces. Key features The Bechar 007 meteorite belongs to the group of lunar feldspathic breccias. It is a rock composed of fragments of the lunar crust, mainly plagioclase and other minerals such as pyroxenes and olivines. These fragments were once fused together on the Moon by impact processes, forming a breccia. The shock stage is classified as S2, and the weathering grade is low, indicating that the sample is very well preserved. The external surface of the meteorite has areas with an altered yellowish coating, while the interior reveals gray and white fragments of lunar minerals. Scientific and collecting significance Meteorites like Bechar 007 are extremely valuable because they carry material from the Moon without the need for space missions. Unlike samples brought back by astronauts, lunar meteorites found in various regions of Earth allow for the study of a broader spectrum of lunar rocks. Each such discovery expands our knowledge of the Moon's geology, its impact history, and the evolution of the lunar crust. For collectors, Bechar 007 is a very attractive sample due to its origin and official classification. Many pieces are now part of private and scientific collections worldwide. Conclusion Bechar 007 is one of the most recent lunar meteorites found on the African continent. Its excellent preservation, scientific importance, and aesthetic structure make it a very valuable sample for both science and collectors. It is one of the important lunar meteorites and provides further evidence of the link between the Moon and Earth through meteoric impacts.