Description
Mined from: Morocco
Era: Paleozoic
Geological Age: 419 to 359 million years ago
Description: Agatized gastropod fossils are the fossilized remains of gastropods (a class of mollusks that includes snails and slugs) that have undergone a process called agatization. During agatization, the organic material of the gastropod is replaced with silica, often in the form of chalcedony or agate, a form of microcrystalline quartz. This process preserves the detailed structure of the original organism while transforming it into a hard, durable mineral. The agatization process can preserve intricate details of the gastropod's shell, including its spiral structure, surface textures, and internal features.
Approximate Size of 1 piece: 2.75cm x 1cm x 1cm
Approximate Weight of 1 piece: 4g
Quantity: 1pc
We do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the "staff pick option", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.