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Biggest chunk of Mars on Earth sells for $5.3M at auction, cheaper than NASA's sample return mission
Sotheby's also flogs off dinosaur skeleton for $26M Videos The largest chunk of Mars yet discovered on Earth, a 54-pound ...
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The $5.3 million sale of a precious rock from Mars belonging to Niger spurs outrage
A rare Martian meteorite unearthed in Niger sold for a whopping $5.3 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York, prompting ...
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"Fun For The Whole Herd" At Roosevelt County Fair, Aug. 5-8
This is a free event that promises “fun for the whole herd”. There will be local vendors, strolling acts, inflatables, a zip-line, rock wall and more. Open class exhibits will be accepted 9 a.m.- 5 p.
The largest Martian meteorite ever found on Earth is up for auction
In New York City, specifically at the Sotheby's auction house, the sale took place of the largest rock found on Earth and originating from Mars. It is the NWA 16788 meteorite, weig ...