{"product_id":"a-piece-of-the-moon","title":"A Piece of the Moon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOwn a Piece of the Moon — Lunar Meteorite Laâyoune 002\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine lunar meteorite in removable specimen jar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of Authenticity (COA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreestanding acrylic educational display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack cotton-padded box, perfect for gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis authentic specimen is a fragment of Laâyoune 002, a lunar meteorite officially identified as a feldspathic breccia. It was discovered in the Western Sahara Desert and confirmed to be of lunar origin by the University of Washington.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach fragment features a gray lunar surface, with some accented by weathered brown areas, bright mineral clasts or rare metallic grains — uncommon even among lunar meteorites. These clasts are remnants of the Moon’s primordial crust, shaped by ancient volcanic activity and high-energy impacts over billions of years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorites are extraordinarily rare, making up less than 1% of all meteorites found on Earth. They’re significantly rarer than gold or diamonds, and each specimen is completely unique. This particular fragment began its existence on the Moon before a powerful impact launched it into space, eventually landing here on Earth after a journey of thousands of miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeteorite name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Laâyoune 002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Moon (feldspathic breccia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFind location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saguia el Hamra, Western Sahara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than 1% of all meteorites are lunar\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have several authentic fragments of Laâyoune 002 available, typically 0.2-0.5 cm in size. You will receive our choice from the available samples. Whether displayed on your desk, in a cabinet of curiosities, or alongside your telescope, this meteorite is a conversation piece that connects you directly to another world. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chronarium Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42707207946327,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/1666\/5175\/files\/new_front_zoomed_6d6104e7-8795-48db-ba27-572f7b47eff6.png?v=1782075631","url":"https:\/\/chronariumcollection.com\/products\/a-piece-of-the-moon","provider":"Chronarium Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}