2.16" Fossil Pine Cone (Morocco)

Species: Dicotyledonous cone fossils, extinct broadleaf trees

Age: Eocene (55-33MYA)

Location found: Western Sahara Desert, Morocco

Weight: 21.18 grams

Size: 2.16" Long x 0.71" Wide

What They Are:
Dicotyledon (Dicot) Cones: These aren't true conifer cones; they're fossilized reproductive parts (fruits or specialized cones) of extinct flowering plants (dicots).

Fossilization: They are often petrified, meaning minerals like agate replace the organic matter, preserving intricate details. Often when cut they show intricate pasterns and crystallisation.