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$10.00
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FO108c
Here is a set of three (3), very nice, above average quality Orthoceras
specimens. The approximate size is 1" to 1 1/2" in width and 3" to 4"
in length, although the sizes may vary. Each piece has at least one
very detailed fossilized "squid-like" specimen but some pieces may have two
or more. This would make a great educational tool or really neat gift.
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Orthoceras
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$13.00
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FO100b This is a Fossil Collection
Kit with 12 different specimens. They include, Gastropod, 2 kinds of trilobites,
Crinoid stem, Pelecypod, Brachiopod, horn Coral, shark teeth, Ammonite, petrified
wood, dinosaur bone and fossil Algae. Each of these items comes with
its own detailed write up. A great gift for kids or to add to your own collection.
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Fossil Collection Kit
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$60.00
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FO116c
Here is a large, above average quality, colorful Ammonite set. Each
piece measures nearly 3 3/4" x 4 1/2" x over 1/2" and has a nice polish on both sides.
The set has a highly detailed interior with some smaller crystallized cavities.
This super fossil is from Madagascar.
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Ammonites are extinct members
of the cephalopod group of mollusks. Only a limited number of species have
survived to the present day which includes the squid and the chambered nautilus.
Ammonites had a multi-chambered shell, and added more chambers as it grew,
always living in the outer chamber. They lived in the Cretaceous
period some 63 to 130 million years ago.
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Ammonite
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$20.00
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FO109c This
is a neat find!! Here is a nice quality fossilized Sand Dollar from
Madagascar. It measures 2 1/2" x 2 1/2" x 1" and has been nicely polished
on the top surface to bring out the detail allowing for a great display.
Note: The fossil we
send will be similar to the picture since the ones we have in stock
are all very near the same size and each looks very similar to the picture
(all have good detail and are nice). This species of Sand Dollar is "Clypeasteroida" They are very beautiful
specimens and have nice detail. They are from Majanga, Madagascar and
lived in the Jurassic period some 146 to 200 million years ago.
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Sand Dollar
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$32.00
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FO112c This is a Fossil Fish Knightia from the Eocene Age from the Green River
Formation, Lincoln County, Wyoming. This fossil fish specimen is in
Limestone matrix
measuring 7" x 6"x
1/2". The fossil itself measures over 3 3/4" from head to tail.
This fossil fish lived some 50 million years ago. These fish are found in
a light colored Limestone.
In southwest
Wyoming (and parts of Colorado and Utah) in the Green River Formation are
found some of the world's most outstanding specimens of fossil fish.
The Green River system was composed of three lakes: Lake Ulinta, Lake
Gosiute and Fossil Lake. These Eocene Lakes lay in a series of
intermountain basins formed by geological events that uplifted the Rocky
Mountains during the early Tertiary time.
The Climate was much different from the
desert-like climate of this area today. Both the fauna (crocodiles,
alligators, boa constrictors and some subtropical fish families) and the
flora (such as large palm trees) indicate a climate much like that found
along the Gulf Coast today. Large amounts of ash found in the sediments
indicate that volcanoes were particularly active at this time.
The fossils found in the
Green River Formation are between 40-60 Million years old and are in
excellent preservation. The most common fish found in the formation is
the Knightia, a herring-like fish. They are found singularly or in large
groupings. These groupings are referred to as "Mortality Layers" and are
believed to have been caused by extensive ash fall-out after volcanic
eruptions. Some of the other species of fish found in the Green River
Formation are: Phareodus, a carnivorous fish often found up to 2 feet in
length and having many sharp teeth. Mioplosus, a true perch, and
Priscacara, a sunfish-like fish with stout dorsal and anal spines. There
are also turtles, stingrays, crocodiles and alligator gar-fish.
The fossils of the Green River Formation
- each one unique - are some of natures finest art. They are highly valued
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Knightia
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$125.00
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FO105b
This is new item at the Rock Shed. This is a unique fossilized
Trilobite from Morocco in it's own display case. This particular specimen measures
1"
x nearly 1" x 3/8" on matrix that is 2 5/8" x 1
5/8" x 2" including the Trilobite. The display measures 4
1/4" x 2 7/8". This interesting fossil actually
shows the details of the eyes and has great detail of the
trilobite
throughout. Close observation may reveal some detail areas have
been professionally
prepared but it doesn't detract from the display of this awesome
fossil. A must have for the fossil collector or an excellent
gift for someone!
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This fossil's matrix is attached to the plastic lid to prevent
shipping damage. It can easily be removed for your display or left as is. |
Trilobite
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$45.00
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FO114c
This is a very nice, above average quality Turritella Fossil from Morocco.
It measures over 3 1/2 " x 1 3/4" and sits on a natural matrix that measures
nearly 4 3/8" x 3
5/8" x 2 1/2" including the Turritella. A great addition to any fossil collection.
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Turritella is a fossilized sea snail that lived millions of years ago.
This fossil specimen has good detail and is just unique, no other way to describe
it. This would make a great gift for the hard to buy for person or something
to add to your fossil collection.
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Turritella
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$38.00 |
FO101b
Here are several very nice, above average quality, Orthoceras fossil specimens
cut into a free form plaque. The plaque measures 13 1/4" x 9 " x 2
1/4".
The fossils on the front face have been chipped out of the matrix and polished
to reveal very good detail and unique characteristics.
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Orthoceras
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$16.00
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FO111c
Here is something different for the fossil collector. This is a very
nice, above average quality Devonian Colonial Coral specimen. The fossil
measures 2 1/2" x 2" x 1" and is not polished. The Coral has
nice detail and a good appearance. A very nice addition to your fossil
collection.
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Coral
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$50.00
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FO115b
Here is something different for the Fossil collector. This is a nice
fossilized end of Coprolite, also known as "Dino Dung". It measures
6 1/2" x 4" x 2 1/2" and has been polished on the front face. This specimen
has a nice blend of color and a good design that resembles Petrified Wood.
Take it home with you today.
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Coprolite
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$65.00
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FO102c
This is an extra large, above average quality
specimen of Petrified Wood from Indonesia. It has been highly
polished on all sides and measures 7 3/8" x 4 1/2"x 2 1/2". The wood has
a nice blend of Earth tone colors and has a very different, irregular shape
and design.
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Petrified Wood is a type of a fossil as it consists of fossil wood where
all the organic materials have been replaced with minerals while retaining
the original structure of the wood. These minerals are most often Silicates
such as Quartz. Other minerals, Manganese, Iron and Copper, in the water
or mud during the petrification process give Petrified Wood a variety of color
ranges: black - Carbon; green/blue - Copper; red/brown/yellow - Iron.
Petrified Wood can preserve the original structure of the wood in all its
detail all the way down to the microscopic level. Structures such as
tree rings and the various tissues are often observed features. Although
Petrified Wood can be found worldwide, it is rather rare in larger quantities
and at times can be difficult to obtain by the average collector.
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Petrified Wood
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$90.00 |
FO110b
Here is something different from the Fossil department at the Rock Shed.
This is a very good, high quality large Trilobite fossil in
matrix. This interesting fossil actually shows great detail of the
trilobite throughout. The specimen measures 7 1/2" x 5 3/8"and
rests is matrix measuring 9 1/4" x 7" x over 2" when the two pieces
are placed together. The fossil has a natural, rough-like texture with no polish. Close observation may
reveal some detail areas have been professionally prepared but it doesn't
detract from the display of this awesome fossil.
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Large Trilobite in Matrix
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