NWA 13187 - Martian Shergottite (Diabasic)

NWA 13187 is a Martian Shergottite purchased in Morocco in 2019, with a reported total known weight of 1.6 kg. More specifically, it is a Diabasic Shergottite, representing igneous volcanic material from Mars that cooled slowly enough to develop a distinct crystalline texture. Like other Martian meteorites, NWA 13187 was ejected from the surface of Mars by a powerful impact event before travelling through space and eventually landing on Earth.

NWA 13187 specimens typically show a grey to dark, speckled interior with a Diabasic igneous texture. Reported mineralogy includes zoned clinopyroxene and other phases consistent with Martian Shergottites, giving prepared slices and fragments a distinctive crystalline appearance. Some pieces may retain desert-weathered exterior surfaces, while cut faces reveal the internal volcanic structure more clearly.

Studying NWA 13187 provides valuable insight into Martian volcanism, crust formation, and the geological evolution of the Red Planet. Its Shergottite classification, Diabasic texture, and confirmed Martian origin make it especially desirable for collectors focused on planetary meteorites or rare Achondrites. Each specimen represents genuine material from Mars, formed by volcanic activity on another world and delivered to Earth after an extraordinary journey through space.