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THE COSMIC COLLECTION · CARBONACEOUS METEORITE

Aguas Zarcas Meteorite

Aguas Zarcas Meteorite

A piece of a witnessed meteorite fall for someone fascinated by the beginnings of the Solar System.

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THE COMPLETE GIFT

  • Aguas Zarcas meteorite
  • Freestanding acrylic display
  • Specimen jar
  • Certificate of authenticity
  • Black cotton-padded gift box
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On April 23, 2019, a meteorite was observed streaking through the sky then impacting the ground near the town of Aguas Zarcas, Costa Rica. Locals and scientists alike immediately recovered fragments of the meteorite, protecting these samples from terrestrial contamination.

This exceptional level of preservation makes Aguas Zarcas one of the most widely studied meteorites in modern research, particularly in astrobiology. As a primitive CM2 carbonaceous chondrite, it is rich in both prebiotic organic molecules (such as amino acids) and ancient pre-solar grains (stardust older than our Sun). Scientists analyzed this uncontaminated chemistry to gain direct insight into the materials available during the formation of the Solar System and potential cosmic origins of life's basic building blocks.

Now, you can take home a piece of this incredible meteorite. We have several fragments of this meteorite available, all similar in size and appearance. You will receive our choice from the available samples. 

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THE COSMIC COLLECTION · CARBONACEOUS METEORITE

A visitor witnessed in 2019.

A fireball crossed Costa Rica on 23 April 2019, leaving meteorites near Aguas Zarcas. This CM2 carbonaceous chondrite preserves chondrules within a dark, fine-grained rock—a small piece of the material scientists study to understand the early Solar System.

Meteorite facts & classification

Meteorite: Aguas Zarcas
Classification: CM2 carbonaceous chondrite
Fall date: 23 April 2019
Location: Alajuela, Costa Rica
Discovery: Confirmed witnessed fall

Authenticity & documentation

Scientific identification. The Bulletin credits classification to L. Garvie (Arizona State University) and K. Ziegler (University of New Mexico). Its reported mineral chemistry and oxygen-isotope measurements support the CM2 classification.

Read the Aguas Zarcas Meteoritical Bulletin entry ↗

Our specimen. Acquired from an established specialist meteorite dealer with a supplier certificate of authenticity and an authenticity guarantee. Your display includes a Chronarium Collection Certificate of Authenticity.

The Bulletin records the named meteorite’s classification; supplier documentation supports identification of the fragment offered here.

How Chronarium supports authenticity

A CLOSER LOOK AT YOUR SPECIMEN

Small details. Extraordinary stories.

The photograph provides a reference for the specimen’s size. Product photographs may show enlarged details. Natural specimens vary in size, shape and appearance.

A PLACE IN THEIR COLLECTION

A story, ready to display.

Each display contains a unique, authentic specimen in a removable jar, so you can take it out of the display for a closer look. The freestanding acrylic display includes a certificate of authenticity and a black cotton-padded gift box.

Included with this display

  • Authentic specimen in removable jar
  • Freestanding acrylic display
  • Certificate of authenticity
  • Black cotton-padded gift box

  • Authentic artifacts

    Sourced from established collectors and auctions, we ensure the authenticity of the specimens we sell.

  • History you can touch

    Each specimen is presented in a clear display jar, allowing you to examine it up close whenever curiosity strikes.

  • Hand-crafted displays

    Assemble your home museum with our freestanding displays, designed and crafted for each artifact in North Carolina, USA.