Fossil bivalve shell made of limestone, measuring 34 x 31 x 31 millimeters / 31.7 grams. Perfect for decoration, collection, or display...

Name: Fossil bivalve shell made of limestone, measuring 34 x 31 x 31 millimeters / 31.7 grams. Perfect for decoration, collection, or display...
Brand: Gem & Zen
Price: 23.70 EUR
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🪨 Fossil Type: Fossil bivalve shell of the 'cockle' type

🌍 ⛏️ Origin: Unknown

📐 💎 Dimensions: 34 millimeters long x 31 wide x 31 thick

⚖️ Weight : 31.7 grams

✨ Finish: natural

🔬 Treatment: None

🎁 Comes with a Gem and Zen certificate, ideal for giving as a gift or treating yourself!

📋 Mineralogical sheet:

Property	Details
Scientific name	Varies depending on the species (e.g. Ostrea , Pecten , Cardium )
Kind	Bivalve (shell composed of two symmetrical valves)
Geological period	Depends on the species (Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic, etc.)
Origin / Deposits	Fossil marine sediments, cliffs, sandstone or limestone beds
Size	A few cm to more than 30 cm depending on the species
Shape	Symmetrical, rounded or flattened depending on the species
Shell / Texture	Striated, ribbed, sometimes smooth
Lifestyle	Filter feeders, attached to the substrate or free on the seabed
Environment	Ocean, shallow sea
Discovery / Fossilization	Fine sediments, sometimes in fossiliferous beds, shells often well preserved
Scientific significance	Study of ancient marine ecosystems, dating of strata
Use / Collection	Paleontological collections, museums, decoration
Conservation / Value	Depends on rarity, state of preservation and size