description Le Teilleul Overview
Le Teilleul is a howardite meteorite that fell near Le Teilleul in Normandy, France, in 1845. Howardites are polymict breccias containing mixed fragments of eucrite-like and diogenite-like material, linking them to the howardite-eucrite-diogenite, or HED, meteorite clan. These meteorites are generally interpreted as samples of impact-mixed surface material from the differentiated asteroid 4 Vesta or a closely related body.
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Le Teilleul ranks #154 of 213 in the Meteorite ranking, behind Sayh al Uhaymir 005, ahead of Goalpara.
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How good is Le Teilleul?
Le Teilleul scores 7.50/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Meteorite category. Early howardite fall, historical value, moderate scientific distinctiveness.
What are the best alternatives to Le Teilleul?
See our alternatives page for Le Teilleul for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Allende, Murchison, Hoba.
How does Le Teilleul compare to Allende?
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Is Le Teilleul worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.50/10, Le Teilleul is a solid option in Meteorite. See all Meteorite ranked.
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