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Crystallized dinosaur eggs are fossilized eggs in which post-burial diagenetic processes allowed mineral-rich groundwater to infiltrate the interior through natural pores and fractures of the eggshell. Over millions of years, the original biological material was replaced or overgrown by secondary minerals—commonly quartz or calcite—resulting in the formation of well-developed internal crystal structures while the external eggshell remains preserved. These specimens provide both paleontological significance and exceptional mineralogical aesthetics.

The occurrence of crystallized dinosaur eggs is roughly 10%, while specimens with interiors fully lined with well-formed crystals account for only about 3% of the total. This particular piece belongs to the rare category with especially beautiful crystal formation.

Even more remarkable is that this specimen has been preserved in two complete halves, which can be rejoined seamlessly without gaps, as shown in the photos. One half appears slightly pinkish-purple due to mineralization within the interior, while the other shows partial crystallization of the eggshell itself, giving it a pure white appearance. When placed on the accompanying display stand, it beautifully showcases the two contrasting effects within a single specimen. The only minor drawback is that the white half sustained slight damage during excavation, leaving some traces of adhesive on the eggshell surface. Nevertheless, it remains an exceptionally rare and desirable specimen overall.

Highly recommended for collectors who are passionate about dinosaur eggs and those who appreciate specimens with strong aesthetic appeal.

Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years) - Asia

Dinosaur - Fossilised egg - 11 cm - 9 cm

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Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear

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Period

Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)

Neogene, Miocene (23.03 - 5.33 million years)

Devonian (419.2 - 358.9 million years)

Cretaceous, Upper (100.5 - 66 million years)

Cretaceous, Lower (145 - 100.5 million years)

Neogene (23.03 - 2.58 million years)

Paleogene, Eocene (56 - 33.9 million years)

Triassic (251.9 - 201.3 million years)

Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)

Quaternary (2.58 - 0 million years)

Jurassic (201.3 - 145 million years)

Jurassic, Upper (163.5 - 145 million years)

Carboniferous, Pennsylvanian (323.2 - 298.9 million years)

Devonian, Middle (393.3 - 382.7 million years)

Jurassic, Lower (201.3 - 174.1 million years)

Carboniferous (358.9 - 298.9 million years)

Ordovician (485.4 - 443.8 million years)

Devonian, Lower (419.2 - 393.3 million years)

Neogene, Pliocene (5.33 - 2.58 million years)

Triassic, Lower (251.9 - 247.2 million years)

Ordovician, Upper (458.4 - 443.8 million years)

Cenozoic (66 - 0 million years)

Cambrian (541 - 485.4 million years)

Paleogene, Paleocene (66 - 56 million years)

Jurassic, Middle (174.1 - 163.5 million years)

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Ancient Asian

Paleolithic

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Labradorite

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56 (EU) / 16 (IT) / 7 ½ (US)

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Before 1400

1900-2000

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Megalodon

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Dinosaur

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