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Martian meteorite NWA18187 – 1 Endcut and 4 Slices, (83.51g)

Asset value
30.200,00 €
Earning potential
15.2%
Splints left
604/604
Investment horizon in years
3-5
Return-to-Risk Assessment
6/10
Performance since release
+0.0%

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Main reasons to invest

  • Return Potential: An investment of €500 could reach an estimated value of €1,014 in 5 years.

  • Cost-to-Return Ratio: With just 2.6% annual total costs, your net profit could be 15.2% per year.

  • Ultra-Rare Origin: With only 361 officially classified Martian meteorites known worldwide, this authentic fragment of Mars, offered with a 12.8% price buffer, represents a rare opportunity to invest in an ultra-scarce tangible asset with growing global demand.

Description

Investment Case
Investment Thesis
 
Metric Value
Investment Horizon 3–5 Years (Target exit: 2029–2031)
Expected CAGR (Balanced) 15.2% p.a. after fees
Optimistic CAGR 18.7% p.a. after fees
Entry Basis 12.8% buffer to reference price
Sharpe Ratio 0.7
Value at Risk (VaR) 92.6% probability of exceeding initial investment after 5 years
Standard Deviation 20.0%
Number of Sales Points 7 comparable transactions
Risk Rating Moderate to High (ultra-rare, limited liquidity)
  • 3–5 Year Horizon: Planned exit between 2029 and 2031 to capture continued growth in demand for verified planetary material and ultra-rare tangible assets.
  • 15.2% Net ROI p.a. (Balanced): Based on a probability-weighted scenario reflecting the growing collector interest in Martian meteorites and historical performance of similar rare planetary specimens.
  • 18.7% Net ROI p.a. (Ambitious): Reflects a stronger upside scenario supported by extreme rarity, scientific significance, and thin supply of authenticated Martian material.
  • ~12.8% Buffer to Reference Price: Entry pricing was verified below current market value after fees, supporting an attractive acquisition basis for this ultra-rare asset class.
  • Market Benchmark: Only 361 officially classified Martian meteorites exist worldwide, with a total known weight of approximately 400 kg, representing just 0.5% of all classified meteorites.
  • Sharpe Ratio of 0.7: Indicates a solid risk-adjusted return profile relative to expected appreciation in this emerging asset category.
  • VaR 92.6%: Modelled probability that the asset value exceeds the initial investment after five years, reflecting strong downside protection.
  • Standard Deviation (20.0%): Reflects moderate to high volatility for an ultra-rare collectible with limited transaction frequency and emerging market dynamics.
  • 7 Comparable Transactions: The investment case is supported by multiple relevant market comparables, providing a robust foundation for valuation despite the asset's extreme rarity.
Category
Why Invest in This Category?
 
Meteorites and space materials offer exposure to one of the rarest asset classes on Earth, combining scientific importance with collector appeal. Their strictly limited supply, growing global fascination with space, and increasing demand from private collectors and institutions create strong long-term value potential and meaningful diversification beyond traditional investments.
Asset Specifics
Why Invest in This Asset?
 

The Martian meteorite NWA18187 represents one of the rarest tangible assets available to investors today. These are not replicas or synthetic materials, but authentic fragments of Mars, ejected into space millions of years ago following massive asteroid impacts on the Martian surface. After traveling through the solar system, a small number eventually entered Earth's atmosphere and landed on our planet, offering the only physical access to Mars outside of space missions.

Key Highlight
Only 361 officially classified Martian meteorites exist worldwide, with a total known weight of approximately 400 kg. This represents just 0.5% of all classified meteorites, making Martian material among the scarcest natural resources on Earth.

What sets this asset apart is its verified scientific authenticity and extreme supply constraints. Unlike other collectibles that can be reproduced or expanded, the supply of Martian meteorites is fixed and finite. No new material can be created, and discoveries are exceptionally rare, creating a structural scarcity that underpins long-term value.

The market for planetary materials is evolving rapidly as private space exploration and scientific interest intensify. Verified Martian specimens are increasingly recognized as museum-grade assets, sought after by institutions, collectors, and investors who understand the intersection of rarity, provenance, and cultural significance.

For investors, this opportunity combines scientific verification, extreme scarcity, growing institutional demand, and attractive entry pricing. Acquired with a 12.8% buffer to the reference market value prior to fees, this meteorite offers exposure to a tangible asset class with no comparable alternatives and a compelling long-term value trajectory.

 

Summary
Conclusion
 
Martian meteorite NWA18187 combines extraordinary rarity, scientific provenance, and emerging collectible appeal. As one of only 361 classified Martian meteorites worldwide, representing just 0.5% of all meteorites, it offers unparalleled scarcity. With verified authenticity and growing demand for planetary material, this tangible asset presents a compelling opportunity for investors seeking unique, long-term collectibles.

Expert

Theatrum Mundi

Theatrum Mundi is a Milan‑based gallery founded in 2014, redefining the boundaries of art and collecting. Established with a vision where wonder and awe know no limits, the gallery specializes in sourcing unique, unfindable objects that stir the soul and transcend market availability. Guided by a team of seasoned professionals, Theatrum Mundi connects curiosity, rarity, and excellence to offer discerning collectors truly exceptional pieces. Distinguished by recognition from press, television, and cinema, including a historic National Geographic cover feature, the gallery stands as a symbol of authenticity and distinction. Rooted in passion and precision, Theatrum Mundi enriches private collections worldwide and accompanies every acquisition with its Certificate of Authenticity and seal of guarantee, ensuring trust, value, and everlasting wonder.

Additional details

Asset ID
8ba73c66-66b2-46fe-b157-c7b7e9649443
Name
Northwest Africa 18187
Type
Martian meteorite (Shergottite)
Set
1 Endcut and 4 Slices

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Martian meteorite NWA18187 – 1 Endcut and 4 Slices, (83.51g)