2.939 gr Lunar Meteorite “Bechar 003” – Larger Piece of the Moon - preview photo 2

Lot LM-008

2.939 gr Lunar Meteorite “Bechar 003” – Larger Piece of the Moon

Specifications:

Location:

Morocco

Size:

20.34 x 13.77 mm

Weight:

2.939 gr

Frame size:

29 x 38 cm

Material:

Wooden frame

Detection year:

2021

Available in Dubai

Approximate price USD - 550 $

2 000,00 AED

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Lot Highlights

Rarity and Value
At 2.939 grams, this fragment of lunar meteorite “Bechar 003” is a significant and rare specimen. Its classification as feldspathic breccia highlights its importance in understanding lunar geology. The fragment’s pristine condition makes it a valuable asset for researchers and collectors alike.

Discovery and Acquisition
Discovered in Algeria in 2022, this meteorite represents a piece of the Moon’s surface, preserved and authenticated for study and appreciation. Its journey from the Moon to Earth encapsulates the power and mystery of cosmic events.

Craftsmanship and Presentation
The meteorite is presented in a custom wooden frame, designed to highlight its unique texture and structure. The clear cover protects the specimen while ensuring it remains visually captivating.

Human Touch
This meteorite brings the Moon closer, offering a tangible connection to its distant surface. It serves as a reminder of humanity’s shared curiosity and the desire to explore and understand the universe.

Brought to you by

Valeriya Khachaturova

Collection Curator

Valeriya Khachaturova is an Art Historian specializing in antiquity based in Dubai and Geneva. She holds an MA in History of Art from the University of Lausanne, Switzerland.

She has extensive experience in curating exhibitions of Contemporary art and paleontological finds, having previously curated exhibitions of Dutch and Flemish paintings art XVI-XVII centuries.

Valeriya has extensive experience also includes collection management and development for some of the most important private collections. Valeriya has curated numerous exhibitions at institutions in Europe and Russia, delivered short courses relating to the art sector, and written for art research publications in Switzerland.
Speaks French, English, Russian.

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Brought to you by

Valeriya Khachaturova

Collection Curator

Valeriya Khachaturova is an Art Historian specializing in antiquity based in Dubai and Geneva. She holds an MA in History of Art from the University of Lausanne, Switzerland.

She has extensive experience in curating exhibitions of Contemporary art and paleontological finds, having previously curated exhibitions of Dutch and Flemish paintings art XVI-XVII centuries.