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Rare Genuine DaG 1037 Martian Shergottite Meteorite Slice
This rare genuine DaG 1037 Martian Shergottite Meteorite Slice is an authentic fragment of Mars recovered from the Dar al Gani region of Libya. Weighing 0.36 grams, this exceptional extraterrestrial specimen represents genuine Martian crustal material ejected from the surface of Mars by ancient asteroid impacts before eventually arriving on Earth.
The exact meteorite shown in the photographs is the specimen you will receive. This carefully selected Mars rock includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity confirming the meteorite is completely genuine.
Please refer to the photographs for full sizing and scale.
About DaG 1037 Martian Meteorites
DaG 1037 is officially classified as a Martian Shergottite, belonging to a rare group of meteorites scientifically confirmed to originate from Mars. Martian meteorites are among the rarest geological materials available on Earth, representing actual fragments of the Martian surface naturally delivered to our planet through powerful impact events.
Shergottites are igneous Martian meteorites formed from volcanic processes on Mars and are primarily composed of basaltic rock material crystallised from magma. These meteorites provide direct insight into the geological evolution, volcanic history, and crustal composition of the Red Planet.
The Dar al Gani meteorite field in Libya has produced several important extraterrestrial finds due to its arid desert conditions, which greatly assist in the preservation and discovery of meteorites. DaG 1037 is highly valued among collectors due to its confirmed Martian origin and scientific significance.
Only a tiny percentage of all known meteorites are confirmed Martian specimens, making genuine Mars rocks exceptionally collectable and scientifically important.
Martian Geological Composition and Structure
Shergottites are volcanic igneous rocks formed through cooling and crystallisation of Martian magma. DaG 1037 contains mineral assemblages commonly associated with Martian basaltic geology, including pyroxene, maskelynite, olivine, feldspathic material, and accessory oxides.
Many Martian meteorites display shock features produced by the enormous asteroid impacts required to eject material from the Martian surface into space. These impacts subjected the rocks to intense pressures, altering portions of the mineral structure and creating shock-transformed textures.
Polished slices may reveal fine-grained igneous textures, crystalline mineral distributions, impact-related fracturing, and contrasting silicate structures preserved within the Martian rock. Natural colouration may include dark grey, brown, charcoal, olive-grey, reddish mineral tones, or lighter crystalline inclusions depending on mineral composition and cut orientation.
Because Martian meteorites formed on another planet, they preserve geological information impossible to obtain from terrestrial rocks alone.
Extraterrestrial Origin from Mars
Martian meteorites are created when large asteroid impacts strike the surface of Mars with sufficient force to eject rock fragments beyond the planet’s gravitational field. Some of this debris travels through interplanetary space for millions of years before eventually intersecting Earth’s orbit and surviving atmospheric entry.
The Martian origin of meteorites such as DaG 1037 is confirmed through highly specialised laboratory analysis comparing trapped gas compositions within the meteorite to atmospheric measurements collected directly from Mars by spacecraft missions.
This scientific verification makes Martian meteorites among the most extraordinary natural objects available to collectors, representing genuine pieces of another planet within our solar system.
Appearance and Natural Features
This Martian meteorite slice displays the characteristic appearance associated with Shergottite meteorites, including fine-grained basaltic texture, crystalline mineral structure, and subtle igneous patterning formed through volcanic activity on Mars.
Depending on preservation and cut orientation, the slice may exhibit contrasting mineral grains, impact-related features, shock textures, and natural extraterrestrial geological structures developed over billions of years on the Martian surface.
The polished finish enhances visibility of the internal Martian mineralogy while preserving the completely natural extraterrestrial composition of the specimen.
Every Martian meteorite is entirely unique in texture, mineral arrangement, and appearance due to the complex geological and impact history experienced on Mars.
Exceptional Collector Mars Rock
Martian meteorites are among the most sought-after meteorites in the world due to their rarity, planetary origin, and immense scientific significance. Genuine Mars rocks are highly prized by meteorite collectors, planetary science enthusiasts, museums, and natural history collectors.
This specimen is ideal for:
- Meteorite and space rock collections
- Martian meteorite collections
- Planetary science displays
- Astronomy and astrophysics collections
- Museum-style natural history displays
- Educational geological collections
- Space exploration collections
- Gifts for serious meteorite collectors and enthusiasts
Its confirmed Martian origin makes this a remarkable and highly collectable extraterrestrial specimen.
Genuine Martian Meteorite Specimen
This RARE DaG 1037 Martian Shergottite Meteorite Slice from Libya is a genuine carefully selected specimen chosen for its authenticity, rarity, and display appeal.
The exact meteorite shown in the photographs is the specimen you will receive. Every meteorite supplied by us is 100% genuine and includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity, providing confidence in the authenticity and Martian origin of this extraordinary Mars rock specimen.
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