Charred piece of wood

Description

The paleontological artifact is a petrified wooden fragment found in the Karatau area. Its outer shape closely resembles that of real wood, and its coloration is similar to that of natural rock, with light stripes visible on a brown background. The piece imitates the appearance of a plant, specifically wood, as the lines and patterns characteristic of it occur only in woody structures.
A paleontological artifact - an ammonite, a marine organism that lived in ancient seas. Millions of years ago, the Mangystau region was submerged underwater, and during that period snails, ammonites, and belemnites swam freely in the sea. After the water receded, the ammonites dried and turned into stone. The upper and lower parts are shaped like a “ram’s horn.” The surface of the horn is bumpy and textured.
The name “ammonite” comes from the Greek sun god Amon, whose horns had a similar spiral form. This type of artifact is rare and is typically found in the core of large concretions.

Material: Stone
Dimensions: Diameter: 21 cm