NWA 13949 is a rare CVred3 Carbonaceous Chondrite from Northwest Africa. CV Chondrites are among the most visually distinctive Carbonaceous meteorites, known for their large chondrules, refractory inclusions, and dark primitive matrix. The ‘CVred’ classification places NWA 13949 within the reduced branch of the CV group, while its type 3 status indicates relatively primitive material that has not been strongly thermally equilibrated. The Meteoritical Bulletin records NWA 13949 as an approved Northwest African meteorite.

NWA 13949 specimens can show a dark Carbonaceous matrix containing visible chondrules and calcium-aluminium-rich inclusions, often abbreviated to CAIs. These features are among the most important components in Carbonaceous Chondrites, preserving evidence of early high-temperature processes in the solar nebula. As a reduced CV3 meteorite, NWA 13949 differs from oxidised CV material, adding classification interest for collectors comparing different CV subgroups.

Studying NWA 13949 provides valuable insight into primitive Carbonaceous material, early solar system reduction conditions, and the formation of chondrules and CAIs. For collectors, it offers a scarce and scientifically interesting CVred3 Carbonaceous Chondrite with recognised classification and strong visual appeal. Each specimen represents ancient asteroid material formed over 4.5 billion years ago, preserving some of the earliest building blocks of planetary formation.