Fossil sea lily (crinoid) – an impressive testament to...

This exceptional fossil of a crinoid, also known as a sea lily, comes from Morocco and is a fascinating relic from ancient seas. With a weight of 2.1 kilograms, this piece has an impressive presence and shows the fine structures of this long-extinct marine creature in remarkable clarity. The well-preserved stem as well as the detailed body elements are clearly visible and give the fossil a strong visual impact. The natural rock matrix in warm earthy tones forms a harmonious contrast to the darker fossil structures and underscores the authentic character of this unique find. Every detail tells the story of the formation of our planet and makes this fossil an impressive testimony to evolution and time. This crinoid fossil is not only a significant collectible for paleontology enthusiasts but also an extraordinary piece of natural art that unites knowledge, history, and aesthetics. Whether as an exclusive collector’s item, decorative highlight, or educational display piece, this fossil brings the fascination of ancient life into any room in an impressive way. The stand is not included. Weight: 2303.16 g Size: 310x205x26 mm Treatment: Restored Age: 390 million years Origin: Morocco Gem Type: Crinoid Our shipping costs have been checked and approved by Catawiki. We work with an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and dispatch; thus these shipping costs apply. The buyer bears all possible import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc. See also our other items and shipping costs; pick-up costs can be saved. In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the stone’s color. For some stones we have placed a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device may show colors with different qualities.

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