Polished Petrified Wood Sphere. Araucarioxylon arizonicum. Triassic. Chinle Formation. Arizona, USA. 2.25 ...

Description

Polished Petrified Wood Sphere
Araucarioxylon arizonicum
Triassic
Chinle Formation
Arizona, USA
2.25 inches (5.71 cm) in diameter

This exceptional sphere of Petrified "Rainbow" Wood represents an extraordinary example of Arizona's famed fossilized conifers, polished to a flawless, mirror-like finish. Vivid swirls of golden yellow, violet, gray, and red flow together in seamless bands, their natural interplay of color revealing the mineral replacement that transformed ancient wood into stone. Under Shortwave Ultraviolet light, the specimen fluoresces beautifully, adding another dimension to the already captivating character. The polish is of remarkable quality, enhancing the depth and luminosity of every hue across its broad, perfectly rounded surface. Impressive in both size and craftsmanship, this specimen would stand as a true centerpiece in any natural history or finer lapidary collection.

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