When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
It is just as good as new but is pre owned so its marked used
This stunning sculpture tower is a must-have for any collector of fossils and minerals
It is Made from black orthoceras fossils found in Morocco, near the Saraha Desert.
MORE DETAILS & HISTORY BELOW
~~~ There are other ones out there but each one is unique and if you look at all the pictures here I'm sure you will agree that this one looks like a hand
Do you see the thumb and the four fingers?~~~
It measures 9½" tall, 5" wide
History:
The Orthoceras, an ancient marine creature that lived approximately 400 million years ago during the Ordovician period.
The Orthoceras belongs to a group of extinct cephalopods known as nautiloids. These creatures are considered early ancestors of present-day cephalopods, such as squids and octopuses.
When the cephalopod died, its shell sank to the ocean floor and was gradually covered by sediment. Over time, minerals replaced the organic material, creating a fossilized replica of the creature.
Their fossils provide valuable insights about the Earth's ancient past, including prehistoric ecosystems and the evolution of marine life on our planet. They also serve as important tools for paleontologists studying prehistoric ecosystems.
Orthoceras fossils, with their beautifully preserved shells, provide a glimpse into a bygone era and are believed to possess healing properties. These fossils are highly sought after by collectors and are popular decorative pieces.
