Rare Ophiura Brittle Starfish Large Fossil Plate fluorescent torch carved from dark Madagascan Rose

carved from dark Madagascan Rose Quartz

Fragrance Family: Florals & Greens

Crystals: raw Sodalite

Weight 420g

15cm tall x 20cm wide (pair) x 4cm thick

Rare Ophiura Brittle Starfish Large Fossil Plate fluorescent torch carved from dark Madagascan RoseOphiura ophiura "Serpent Star" Brittle Starfish. These Ophiura brittle stars are Ordovician in age, or approximately 450 million years. The dark orange coloration is due to the oxidization of iron pyrite. May includes other small fossil species or starfish limbs. This fossil has an incredibly clear image of the shape of the fallen starfish. Situated in limestone. Mined in Kataoua Formation, Morocco, North Africa. Approx. 14. 4cm x 13. 7cm x 1. 7cm.