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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Stromatolith specimen, a naturbelassen fossil from Marokko dating to the geschätzte Paläoarchaikum, with Marokko treatment, authenticity Original/offiziell, weight 552 kg and dimensions 22 cm by 14 cm by 0 cm.

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This high-quality stromatolite fossil is a real piece of Earth's history and ranks among the oldest known fossils overall. Stromatolites formed through the activity of microorganisms, in particular cyanobacteria, which built 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 already arose in the Precambrian era and continued into the Cambrian. This fossil is a valuable collectible and a unique testimony of 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 history of life's development.
> 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 any further questions, suggestions, or if you need more pictures or information, please just get in touch with me.

Please note that possible color differences between the displayed and the 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 ranks among the oldest known fossils overall. Stromatolites formed through the activity of microorganisms, in particular cyanobacteria, which built 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 already arose in the Precambrian era and continued into the Cambrian. This fossil is a valuable collectible and a unique testimony of 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 history of life's development.
> 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 any further questions, suggestions, or if you need more pictures or information, please just get in touch with me.

Please note that possible color differences between the displayed and the 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
552 kg
Height
22 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
0 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
GermanyVerified
498
Objects sold
100%
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