Rare decorative stromatolite – one of the earliest fossils on Earth, estimated. - Fossil fragment - Stromatolith - 22 cm - 15 cm (No reserve price)

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Stromatolith, a rare decorative stromatolite specimen from the estimated Paleoarchean period, in natural condition and treated in Morocco.

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This high-quality stromatolite fossil is a true piece of Earth's history and ranks among the oldest known fossils. Stromatolites formed through the activity of microorganisms, especially cyanobacteria, which built up calcium carbonate deposits in layered formations. They are a significant evidence for the evolution of life—from the simplest forms to more complex organisms. The first stromatolites appeared already in the Precambrian era and continued 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 dating 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% real fossil – no replica, but an authentic relic from the prehistory.

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

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

Please note that possible color differences between the depicted 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 true piece of Earth's history and ranks among the oldest known fossils. Stromatolites formed through the activity of microorganisms, especially cyanobacteria, which built up calcium carbonate deposits in layered formations. They are a significant evidence for the evolution of life—from the simplest forms to more complex organisms. The first stromatolites appeared already in the Precambrian era and continued 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 dating 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% real fossil – no replica, but an authentic relic from the prehistory.

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

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

Please note that possible color differences between the depicted 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.

Details

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
3.09 kg
Height
22 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
0 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
100%
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