Piece of the moon

Piece of the Moon: Own a Fragment of Our Celestial Neighbor

Holding a piece of the Moon is no longer a dream exclusive to astronauts. Thanks to rare natural phenomena, you can now acquire an authentic lunar meteorite—a genuine piece of celestial history that once traveled from the Moon to Earth.

What Is a Lunar Meteorite?

A lunar meteorite is a rock that originated from the lunar surface and was launched into space by a powerful impact event—often the result of an asteroid collision. These rocks fell to Earth, sometimes landing in deserts such as Northwest Africa, where many known lunar meteorites were found.

Unlike the moon rocks brought back by the Apollo missions, lunar meteorites arrive naturally. They are scientifically classified as lunar because of their identical composition to the lunar crust, including anorthite, anorthosite, and feldspathic minerals.

How Lunar Meteorites Are Classified

Types of Lunar Meteorite Specimens

Most lunar meteorite specimens fall into several main categories:

• Lunar breccia – fragments of different lunar rocks fused by ancient impacts
• Lunar melt breccias – melted material solidified after violent lunar collisions
• Vesicular melt rock – pitted, gas-rich texture due to explosive lunar events
• Feldspathic lunar rock – rich in white feldspathic clasts and anorthosite

Composition and Features

Each lunar meteorite is composed of distinct elements that make it traceable to lunar origin. These include:

1. Low iron and high aluminum content
2. Presence of anorthite and nickel-iron fragments
3. Similarity to moon rock samples brought back by the Apollo missions
4. Lack of water-bearing minerals, confirming formation in a dry environment
5. Fine rock fragments fused under pressure from impact melt

Why Lunar Meteorites Are So Valuable

The price of a piece of the Moon depends on its weight, type, and rarity. Authentic lunar meteorites for sale are incredibly limited—fewer than 500 have ever been found on Earth, making them rarer than diamonds.

Their value goes beyond material: lunar meteorites offer a chance to physically connect with another world. Some specimens have even been classified as a lunar meteorite only after years of scientific verification.

What to Look for When You Buy Lunar Rock

Before you buy a lunar rock, consider:

• Verified origin and classification
• Condition and structure (e.g., vesicular, fusion crust)
• Size and presentation (whole slice or end cut)
• Historical or collector value
• Documentation or certificate of authenticity

Each genuine piece of the Moon is a unique treasure, prized by meteorite hunters, scientists, and collectors alike.

Lunar Meteorites for Sale at Artefactum Gallery

At Artefactum Gallery, we offer rare and authentic lunar meteorites for sale. These incredible fragments were once part of the lunar highlands, shaped by cosmic forces and launched from the Moon by asteroid impacts. From feldspathic breccias to polished lunar soil samples, our collection highlights the best of what meteorites from the Moon can offer.

Whether you are looking for a small collector’s item or a major display specimen, we will help you find the perfect piece of the Moon. Our specimens are fully documented, of known lunar origin, and available for immediate international sale and shipping.