Rare decorative stromatolite – one of the earliest fossils on Earth, estimated. - Fossil fragment - Stromatolith - 22 cm - 14 cm (No reserve price)

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Scientific name: Stromatolith; Specimen: Rare decorative stromatolite – one of the earliest fossils of Earth, estimated; Geological period: Paleoarchean; Treatment: Morocco; Condition: Natural (untreated).

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This high-quality stromatolite fossil is a real piece of Earth's history and counts among the oldest known fossils of all. Stromatolites were formed by the activity of microorganisms, in particular cyanobacteria, which layered calcium carbonate deposits. They are a significant evidence for the evolution of life – from the simplest forms to more complex organisms.
The first stromatolites already formed in the Precambrian era and persisted into the Cambrian. This fossil is a valuable collectible and a unique testament to the early Earth.

Special features:
> One of the oldest fossils in the world – origins go back up to 3.5 billion years!
> Unique formation – formed by microbes, algae and calcium carbonate deposits.
> Witness of evolution – a fascinating insight into the development history of life.
> 100% authentic fossil – not a replica, but an authentic relic of the ancient era.

General item properties:
Name Stromatolite,
Era Precambrian
Age approx up to 3.5 billion years
Origin Southeast, Hamada du Guir, Morocco

If you have further questions, suggestions, or would like more pictures or information, please just contact me.

Please note that possible color differences between the displayed and received item may technically differ from the original article, as the photos were taken under optimal lighting conditions.

The item will be shipped insured and with a tracking number.

This high-quality stromatolite fossil is a real piece of Earth's history and counts among the oldest known fossils of all. Stromatolites were formed by the activity of microorganisms, in particular cyanobacteria, which layered calcium carbonate deposits. They are a significant evidence for the evolution of life – from the simplest forms to more complex organisms.
The first stromatolites already formed in the Precambrian era and persisted into the Cambrian. This fossil is a valuable collectible and a unique testament to the early Earth.

Special features:
> One of the oldest fossils in the world – origins go back up to 3.5 billion years!
> Unique formation – formed by microbes, algae and calcium carbonate deposits.
> Witness of evolution – a fascinating insight into the development history of life.
> 100% authentic fossil – not a replica, but an authentic relic of the ancient era.

General item properties:
Name Stromatolite,
Era Precambrian
Age approx up to 3.5 billion years
Origin Southeast, Hamada du Guir, Morocco

If you have further questions, suggestions, or would like more pictures or information, please just contact me.

Please note that possible color differences between the displayed and received item may technically differ from the original article, as the photos were taken under optimal lighting conditions.

The item will be shipped insured and with a tracking number.

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Number of objects
1
Specimen
Rare decorative stromatolite – one of the earliest fossils on Earth, estimated.
Scientific name
Stromatolith
Country of origin
Morocco
Geological period
Estimated: Paleoarchean
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Morocco
Weight
552 kg
Height
22 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
0 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
GermanyVerified
491
Objects sold
100%
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