Largest Mars Rock on Earth Auctions for $4.3 Million in NYC
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A massive Martian meteorite called NWA 16788, weighing 54 pounds and discovered in Niger, sold for $4.3 million at Sotheby's, making it the largest known piece of Mars on Earth and a rare find among only about 400 known Martian meteorites. The meteorite's size, composition, and rarity make it a significant scientific and collectible item, sparking debate over its sale versus scientific study.
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