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Treasure Coast Meteorite Co. is committed to scientific accuracy and collector education. This hub covers everything from identifying a potential meteorite to understanding how planetary specimens are classified and authenticated.

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Meteor vs Meteoroid vs Meteorite
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Types of Meteorites: A Complete Guide
How Are Meteorites Classified?
What Is a Chondrite?
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What Is a Pallasite?
What Is an Iron Meteorite?
Gyarub Zangbo: Outer Solar System Pallasite
Widmanstätten Pattern Explained
NWA Meteorites Explained
What Does NWA XXX Mean?
Where Are Meteorites Usually Found?
What Is the Largest Meteorite Ever Found?
Famous Meteorites of the World
Meteoritical Bulletin Explained
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Meteorite Facts and Collecting 8 guides
Meteorite Collecting for Beginners
How Much Do Meteorites Cost?
How to Care For and Store a Meteorite
Are Meteorites Radioactive?
Can Meteorites Contain Gold or Diamonds?
Can You Legally Buy a Moon Rock?
Where Can You Buy a Real Meteorite?
Are Meteorites Illegal to Own?
Planetary Meteorites 3 guides
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Institutional and Laboratory Supply 1 guide

Written for research groups, test engineers and procurement teams rather than collectors. Which lunar material type suits which test objective, what the published record does and does not establish, and how to verify a supplier's chain of custody.

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Unless specifically stated in titles and descriptions, all meteorites sold by Treasure Coast Meteorite Co. are scientifically classified specimens with Meteoritical Bulletin citations. For questions about specific specimens, contact us at brian@tcmeteorites.com.

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from 22 reviews

Amazing Service

Anonymous

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with Treasure Coast! I purchased a lunar piece as a special gift, and their customer service went above and beyond to make it even more meaningful. After learning the story behind my gift (it was for my 1 year wedding anniversary), they surprised me by including the sweetest personalized card that said “Love you to the moon and back” with my name on it. It was such a thoughtful, unexpected touch and genuinely made the whole experience feel special. The lunar piece itself was wonderful, but the care and kindness they put into my order is what really stood out. This is the kind of customer service you remember. Highly recommend! 🌙❤️

Jinger Wolfe

I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with Treasure Coast! I purchased a lunar piece as a special gift, and their customer service went above and beyond to make it even more meaningful. After learning the story behind my gift (it was for my 1 year wedding anniversary), they surprised me by including the sweetest personalized card that said “Love you to the moon and back” with my name on it. It was such a thoughtful, unexpected touch and genuinely made the whole experience feel special. The lunar piece itself was wonderful, but the care and kindness they put into my order is what really stood out. This is the kind of customer service you remember. Highly recommend! 🌙❤️

Jinger Wolfe

A really rare chondrite. An H3 with very low weathering with lots, lots of metal.

Andreu del Campo
NWA 18205 H3 Ordinary Chondrite Meteorite End Cut, 196.64g, Teardrop with Reflective Metal

Super great communication with the seller. All documentation for customs was correct and everything went super fast and smooth. The chondrite is exactly like shown on the seller's web.

Andreu del Campo

this is Lavyansh Bhardwaj from Delhi Rohini sector 22 this is awesome to have collected the part of moon 🌙

Anonymous

A beautiful chondrite specimen, perfect for any collection. As always, Bryan is incredibly kind and helpful when answering questions or providing explanations about the specimen; he is also very pleasant to chat with, beyond the transaction itself. I highly recommend buying from him.

Anonymous
NWA XXX Ordinary Chondrite Meteorite Individual, unclassified, 820.15g, Flight Oriented with Contraction Cracks

Everything came as expected.

Andrew Salvador-MacAdam

Excellent and unique. This is a gift and I feel the couple will love it 😀

Andrew Salvador-MacAdam
Adrar 013 Lunar Meteorite Full Slice, Melt Breccia, 2.81g, Polished Both Faces

Highly recommend!!!

Matt Curtis

Received a Gyarub Zangbo and had a great experience. Brian was very responsive and guided me through the process. The piece is beautiful and will absolutely be a return customer!

Anonymous

An authentic piece of the moon for my small and humble meteorite collection. The piece is very accurately described with a COA attached. Highly recommended.

Gianluca Abieri
Bechar 003 Lunar Meteorite Slice, Feldspathic Breccia, 3.19g, Complete Full Slice

A truly positive experience; the products are authentic and truly interesting. Communication with the seller was excellent, and he was open to any questions or concerns about the items for sale. If you're looking to buy meteorites, he's the right seller. Highly recommended!

Gianluca Abieri

Ordered a lunar meteorite for my daughter to take to school during space week, it was a hit! Being able to hold a piece of the moon while teaching kids about the solar system is a fantastic way light the spark of curiosity in the class. The product itself was authentic, beautifully presented, and cherished by my kids. Highly recommend TCM!

Jason Gonzales

Ordered a Laâyoune 002 lunar achondrite for a desk piece and it came in quickly. Good communication and a beautiful specimen.

TCM really is at the top of the game with their cataloging, packaging, etc. highly recommend!

M Savard