Solid, Well Patterned Petrified Wood Board
Size: 17” X 57” – $8,000.00
Age: 220 million years
Year of excavation: 2005
Ranch: Fitzgerald
Shape: Board
Specie: Pine / Araucarioxylon
Description: Solid, Multiple Vibrant Colors – Well Patterned Petrified Wood Board
– This solid, well patterned petrified wooden board is alluring; its dramatic colors evoke feelings of mystery and intrigue. A spectacular and bold specimen, after 220 million years of fossilization, it is destined to become your next luxurious home décor statement piece.
This bold and moody petrified log specimen is your gateway to an ancient era, a time before the existence of dinosaurs and modern humans. Estimated to be 220 million years old, this fossilized pine species (Araucarioxylon) is now extinct, but perfectly preserved for you to enjoy.
The strong and robust petrified wood log was discovered in Fitzgerald’s Ranch in 2005 – a ranch located near the world-famous Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona. Over the years, the pine’s organic matter has been replaced with minerals – predominantly quartz and iron oxide – preserving its internal biological structure into incredibly hard and durable stone.
The unique, long petrified wood trunk is 17 inches by 57 inches could be created into an exceptional furniture piece. It could be showcased to your guests as a contemporary side table or sitting bench to be both visually and tactilely appreciated.