Orthoceras Fossil Egg - Polished Black Fossil Stone, 55-68mm

Ancient straight shelled sea creatures are preserved inside this polished black egg, so you hold a fossil hundreds of millions of years old in the palm of your hand.

Keep it on a desk as a conversation piece, add it to a fossil or egg collection, give it to a science lover or student, or use it as a smooth palm stone. Visible fossil sections vary from egg to egg, making each one a small natural history lesson.

Each egg measures about 55 by 43 to 68 by 50 millimeters. Fossil visibility, pattern and shine vary.

About Orthoceras

Orthoceras was an extinct nautiloid with a long, straight shell, and its name means straight horn. Nautiloids are an ancient group related to the modern nautilus, and many decorative Moroccan straight shelled fossils are related orthoceratoids.

Traditional Meaning: Fossils are traditionally associated with patience and a connection to the deep past.

Display It on a Stand

An egg looks its best standing upright. Browse our crystal sphere stands and holders for adjustable claw and clear acrylic holders that cradle eggs as well as spheres, plus carved wood and brass styles.

Additional Details

• You receive 1 polished orthoceras fossil egg.
• About 55x43mm to 68x50mm.
• Polished stone; can chip if dropped.
• Stock photo.

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