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3.1" Polished Fossil Stromatolite Sphere - Green River Formation
This is a unique, 3.1" wide sphere crafted from fossil stromatolite (Chlorellopsis sp.?) collected from an uncommon location near Riverton, Wyoming. The fossil comes out of the famous Eocene-aged Green River Formation. It has been flawlessly polished to a glossy finish all the way around by one of the best sphere polishers around.
Comes with an acrylic ring display stand.
Comes with an acrylic ring display stand.
About Stromatolites
Stromatolites are fascinating, ancient rock formations created by the activity of cyanobacteria and other microorganisms. These layered, mound-like structures represent some of the earliest evidence of life on Earth, dating back over 3.5 billion years. Often found in shallow, warm waters, stromatolites form as layers of sediment and minerals are trapped and bound by microbial mats, gradually building up over time into unique, textured shapes.
Visually, stromatolites can range from smooth, rounded forms to intricate, banded structures, with colors that span earthy reds, browns, greens, and grays. Each layer captures a record of environmental conditions at the time of its formation, making stromatolites an invaluable source of information for scientists studying Earth’s early history and the origins of life.
Stromatolites are fascinating, ancient rock formations created by the activity of cyanobacteria and other microorganisms. These layered, mound-like structures represent some of the earliest evidence of life on Earth, dating back over 3.5 billion years. Often found in shallow, warm waters, stromatolites form as layers of sediment and minerals are trapped and bound by microbial mats, gradually building up over time into unique, textured shapes.
Visually, stromatolites can range from smooth, rounded forms to intricate, banded structures, with colors that span earthy reds, browns, greens, and grays. Each layer captures a record of environmental conditions at the time of its formation, making stromatolites an invaluable source of information for scientists studying Earth’s early history and the origins of life.
$149
SPECIES
Chlorellopsis?
AGE
LOCATION
Riverton area, Wyoming
FORMATION
Green River Formation
SIZE
3.1" wide
CATEGORY
ITEM
#369853
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