A specimen of Petrified Wood is a captivating bridge between the botanical and mineral worlds. Once a living tree millions of years ago, the organic wood fibers have been meticulously replaced by silica (agate or jasper) while maintaining the original cellular structure. The result is a heavy, stone specimen that preserves the bark texture, growth rings, and grain of the ancient timber in beautiful earthy tones.
Specifications
Material: Fossilized / Petrified Wood
Size: Approximately 5 inches in length from furthest points
Mineral Composition: Primarily Silicon Dioxide (Quartz/Agate)
Hardness: 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale
Era: Typically Triassic to Miocene (approx. 20 to 200+ million years old)
Key Features
Detailed Preservation: Exhibits clear evidence of the original tree's anatomy, including visible bark patterns and internal wood grain.
Rich Earth Tones: Features a natural palette of iron-reds, carbon-blacks, and creamy tans, ensuring no two pieces are ever identical.
Raw Finish: untouched, and natural
Durability: Due to its quartz-based composition, petrified wood is quite hard and durable, making it excellent for display or as a unique desk accessory.
Authenticity: This is a 100% natural fossil. Variation in color, shape, and surface texture is expected and serves as a testament to its ancient, unrefined origin.
Maintenance: Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Unlike raw wood, this specimen is entirely stone and will not rot or degrade over time.
