{"title":"Fossils","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith over 40 years of experience, we have a variety of fossils to collect and admire. \u003c\/span\u003eAll come with information cards to learn more, each of which is certified authentic on the reverse side. Whether you're searching for trilobites or ammonites or even a fossilized dinosaur tooth, we have something for everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"petrified-wood-sphere-003","title":"Petrified Wood Sphere","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified wood is the common name for wood that has turned to stone. Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica (white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAraucaria petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sphere represents completion, the realization of all possibilities. To carve a sphere one must cut away a mass of rock which can be as much as ten times the finished creation. Thus a sphere symbolizes all that we need to release in order to reach our goals and attain perfection. Many use a sphere while meditating as they believe it helps to release worry and may help to take them to a deeper state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sphere is also the perfect centerpiece for a crystal arrangement or rock altar. In feng shui, the ancient art of creating optimal energy flow in an environment, a sphere is ideal to place in the center of a room for its balancing abilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis sphere is hand carved and has some irregularities in the polishing due to the various hardness of the different minerals composing this stunning piece of history.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo view a short video on our TikTok account of this sphere, click \u003ca title=\"Petrified Wood Sphere on TikTok\" href=\"https:\/\/vm.tiktok.com\/ZMdwNVA4c\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrified Wood Sphere by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30594063630370,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Sphere-003+Stand","price":699.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Petrified-Wood-Sphere-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792118770"},{"product_id":"araucaria-petrified-wood-slice-006","title":"Petrified Wood Slice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified wood is the common name for wood that has turned to stone. Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica ( white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of oxygen present during fossilization will directly affect the detailing of the specimen, meaning that only specimens that fossilize with zero oxygen present will have a discernible wood grain or texture. This may visually reflect the rings of the tree's growth, or have other familiar patterns present. The end result of petrified wood has the same original basic structure in place, simply replaced by stone. The exterior of the petrified wood may look about the same as normal wood. \u003cspan\u003eOnly when cut and polished can we see the intricate work of nature.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAraucarian petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified Wood is used to connect with your past life, to get more grounded, or to stabilize emotions. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. Petrified wood is a testament of resilience and strength, and is often associated with business \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuccess, making it an ideal fossil for entrepreneurs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 156 mm x 123 mm x 13 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine fossil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis item includes an information card about the fossil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA certificate of authenticity is included with this item\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic stand included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis fossil requires special care\u003c\/b\u003e - exposure to water and other chemicals, such as cleaning products or aerosols, will damage it over time. If you polish the stone, use a dry cloth only, or an air duster that does not contain any disinfectant or other chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrified Wood Slice by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32696992006215,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Slice-006+Stand_ID0018A3","price":209.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/files\/Petrified-Wood-Slice-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792140410"},{"product_id":"araucaria-petrified-wood-slice-4","title":"Araucaria Petrified Wood Slice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified wood is the common name for wood that has turned to stone. Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica ( white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of oxygen present during fossilization will directly affect the detailing of the specimen, meaning that only specimens that fossilize with zero oxygen present will have a discernible wood grain or texture. This may visually reflect the rings of the tree's growth, or have other familiar patterns present. The end result of petrified wood has the same original basic structure in place, simply replaced by stone. The exterior of the petrified wood may look about the same as normal wood. \u003cspan\u003eOnly when cut and polished can we see the intricate work of nature.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAraucarian petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified Wood is used to connect with your past life, to get more grounded, or to stabilize emotions. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. Petrified wood is a testament of resilience and strength, and is often associated with business \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuccess, making it an ideal fossil for entrepreneurs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 130 mm x 120 mm x 17 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine fossil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis item includes an information card about the fossil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA certificate of authenticity is included with this item \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic stand included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis fossil requires special care\u003c\/b\u003e - exposure to water and other chemicals, such as cleaning products or aerosols, will damage it over time. If you polish the stone, use a dry cloth only, or an air duster that does not contain any disinfectant or other chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrified Wood Slice by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32697059475527,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Slice-007+Stand_ID0018A3","price":239.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/files\/Araucaria-Petrified-Wood-Slice-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_297b3574.jpg?v=1792140436"},{"product_id":"septarian-cube-1","title":"Septarian Large Cube Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese unusual carved rock formations are called septarian cubes. Septarian is a mud concretion which formed on an ancient sea bed or floor. In very rare instances fossil remains of various ocean floor dwellers may be found inside the septarian. Theories vary as to what caused crystals to form inside. Scientists do agree that the process of formation is very unusual and complex. This specimen is approximately 50 - 70 million years old.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeptarians usually have a pattern of jagged veins on the inside. The different minerals that make up the septarian include yellow calcite, brown aragonite, white or clear barite with grey rock called limestone forming the nodule. The septarian may be solid or it may contain a hollow cavity that is filled with calcite crystals. The hollow septarians are sometimes called septarian geodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lot of work goes into digging septarians, as well as into cutting, polishing, and preparing the pieces for display. In this case, the septarian has been cut into a cube with a flat base for ease of display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay you enjoy your septarian as it is a scientific find as well as a link to our distant past. Collector specimens such as this may be treasured and preserved for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDimensions: 88 mm x 88 mm x 86 mm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWeight: 1800 grams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGenuine fossil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item includes an information card about the fossil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA certificate of authenticity is included with this item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis fossil requires special care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e - exposure to water and other chemicals, such as cleaning products or aerosols, will damage it over time. If you polish the stone, use a dry cloth only, or an air duster that does not contain any disinfectant or other chemicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Septarian Cube by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32801366212679,"sku":"Septarian-Cube-002-Display@RPS","price":529.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Septarian-Large-Cube-Carving-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792144314"},{"product_id":"fossilized-oreodon-skull-specimen-004","title":"Fossilized Oreodon Skull Specimen","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Merycoidodon#\/media\/File:Oreodon.jpg\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThe creature’s proper name is Merycoidodon Culbertsoni, but they are commonly called oreodons. The oreodon was a small mammal, similar to a goat or sheep. The large front teeth in the skull give it a pig-like appearance. The fossil oreodon pieces are approximately 25 million to 50 million years old. Like other fossils, the oreodon require a lot of work in cleaning and preparing the pieces for display. Sometimes jawbones, skulls, and other bones must be reconstructed as erosion has worn away the piece. Left too long on the surface of the earth erosion eventually destroys the pieces.\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Merycoidodon#\/media\/File:Oreodon.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oreodon Skull Fossil by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39480009785415,"sku":"Oreodon-Skull-04-@RPS","price":1529.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Fossilized-Oreodon-Skull-Specimen-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792171578"},{"product_id":"heliobatis-fossil","title":"Heliobatis Fossil Plate in Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeliobatis, or stingray, as they are more commonly called, is one of the rarer finds in the fossil world.  Finding a heliobatis is a fairly rare occurrence, to find a good intact specimen is even more difficult.  The heliobatis fossil has been found up to 1 meter (3 feet) in length, but the average size is about 36cm (14 inches).  The creature itself fed on bottom dwelling snails, crayfish, and other invertebrates.  The stingray possessed two or three large barbed spines for defense which, like modern forms, it could drive away threatening organisms with its tail. The mail heliobatis can be recognized from the female by the occurrence of claspers (small appendages posterior to the pelvic fins).  Like other fossils, the heliobatis requires a lot of work in cleaning and preparing the pieces for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Heliobatis Fossil Plate in Frame by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39480010440775,"sku":"HeliobatisFossil-Plate-01-@RPS","price":3999.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Heliobatis-Fossil-Plate-in-Frame-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792171580"},{"product_id":"fossilized-otodus-lamna-shark-tooth-specimen-in-matrix-6","title":"Fossilized Otodus\/Lamna Shark Tooth Specimen in Matrix","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fossil shark teeth come from several different types of ancient sharks including tiger, mako, sand, otodus, lamna, and an ancient shark called carcharodon megalodon.  If a shark loses a tooth while biting into something, another tooth from the second row would replace the missing tooth within four minutes.  Thus many teeth were lost over the lifetime of a shark.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most popular ancient shark tooth specimens is the otodus.  The otodus teeth are easy to differentiate from the shark tooth as they have two smaller side points on either side of the tooth. The teeth are often preserved with nice sharp edges. They are between 15 million and 25 million years old.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossilized Otodus\/Lamna Shark Teeth in Matrix by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39481724928071,"sku":"LamnaSharkTooth-InMatrix-01-Displayed@RPS","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/files\/Fossilized-OtodusLamna-Shark-Tooth-Specimen-in-Matrix-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_92a8aeaa.jpg?v=1792171710"},{"product_id":"dragonfly-fossil-001","title":"Dragonfly Fossil","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn occasion dragonfly specimens are found.  They are a lot more difficult to come by, and so they are more prized by collectors.  Fossilized insects are extremely rare, as the insect contains no hard shell or bones to fossilize.  This means that the insect must fall into the water and quickly be covered with sediment in order for the insect to be fossilized.  Thus, there are very few dragonfly specimens as a very bizarre set of coincidences is needed in order for an insect to be fossilized. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dragonfly specimens are of cymatophlebis, a Jurassic dragonfly 150 million years old.  Prehistoric dragonflies have been documented up to 29.5 inches in length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragonfly Fossil Specimen by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39481730269255,"sku":"DragonflyFossil-Plate-01-@RPS","price":2399.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Dragonfly-Fossil-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792171816"},{"product_id":"dragonfly-fossil-003","title":"Dragonfly Fossil","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn occasion dragonfly specimens are found.  They are a lot more difficult to come by, and so they are more prized by collectors.  Fossilized insects are extremely rare, as the insect contains no hard shell or bones to fossilize.  This means that the insect must fall into the water and quickly be covered with sediment in order for the insect to be fossilized.  Thus, there are very few dragonfly specimens as a very bizarre set of coincidences is needed in order for an insect to be fossilized. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dragonfly specimens are of cymatophlebis, a Jurassic dragonfly 150 million years old.  Prehistoric dragonflies have been documented up to 29.5 inches in length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragonfly Fossil Specimen by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39481749241927,"sku":"DragonflyFossil-Plate-03-@RPS","price":2299.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Dragonfly-Fossil-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_08ce1519.jpg?v=1792171892"},{"product_id":"small-fossil-shark-tooth-kit","title":"Small Fossilized Shark Tooth Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese kits feature a small genuine fossilized shark tooth. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf a shark lost a tooth while biting into something, another tooth from the second row would replace the missing tooth within four minutes. Thus many teeth were lost over the lifetime of a shark.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese kits make a perfect gift for fossil enthusiasts as well as an excellent gift idea for kids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit features a small fossil tooth of the chosen species, an information card on the back, featuring information on the shark species, the estimated length of the shark, the locality, age and geological deposit of the tooth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are eight kits to choose from: Ascherson's, Bull, Extinct Snaggletooth, Extinct Tiger, False Porbeagle, Lemon, Sand Tiger and Tiger. Each kit is sold separately and there is also a web exclusive deal for all eight kits. Just select the eight kit deal and you will receive all eight kits at a reduced price. These make for great stocking stuffers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit Dimensions: 60 mm x 75 mm x 18 mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a genuine shark tooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis item includes identification and information of the fossil on the back of the kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of authenticity included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e*These kits feature genuine fossil shark teeth and no two are exactly alike. The fossil tooth you receive may have slight variations from the one photographed. 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Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica (white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amount of oxygen present during fossilization will directly affect the detailing of the specimen, meaning that only specimens that fossilize with zero oxygen present will have a discernible wood grain or texture. This may visually reflect the rings of the tree's growth, or have other familiar patterns present. The end result of petrified wood has the same original basic structure in place, simply replaced by stone. The exterior of the petrified wood may look about the same as normal wood. Only when cut and polished can we see the intricate work of nature.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of Araucaria petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified Wood is used to connect with your past life, to get more grounded, or to stabilize emotions. Some believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. Petrified wood is a testament of resilience and strength, and is often associated with business success, making it an ideal fossil for entrepreneurs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis piece contains authentic stones, and no two are exactly alike. The item you receive may have slight variations from the one photographed.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrified Wood Tumble by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39646011097159,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Tumble-014_ID0015A3","price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/files\/Petrified-Wood-Tumble-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada.jpg?v=1792206903"},{"product_id":"petrified-wood-tumble-020","title":"Petrified Wood Tumble","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified wood is the common name for wood that has turned to stone.  Almost all of today’s modern tree (wood) types have ancient fossil remnants that we can study.  The patterns on the different types of wood appear unchanged from their modern counterparts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeanut wood is a type of fossil wood, most often a black or dark brown, sometimes it comes in lighter brown and reddish brown shades. The distinctive feature of this wood is that it will have several white\/ beige lines running through the wood, these white lines sometimes resemble peanuts and this is where it gets its name from. These light coloured areas are what used to be boreholes in the original wood. Before the wood was petrified, it was washed into the ocean as driftwood. It was then attacked by small marine shellfish called teredo; another name for these little clams is \"shipworm\". They bore a small tunnel into the wood and eventually the entire piece can be riddled with boreholes. When the wood became waterlogged, it then sank to the bottom of the ocean \u0026amp; settled into the mud. The boreholes then filled with the light coloured radiolarian sediment. Some time later, petrification began, and this is what remains. Most peanut wood is a type of araucaria wood, it is 70 million years old.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFossil palm wood is often light colored in appearance, and it will have darker spots and dots within the wood. The palm wood closely resembles modern coconut wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike other fossils, the various wood types require a lot of work in cleaning, polishing, and preparing the pieces for display. May you enjoy your fossil, as it is a scientific find as well as a link to our distant past. Fossils are to be treasured and enjoyed for future generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe palm and peanut wood are prized by gemstone cutters, they carefully examine the rough material to select pieces that have the most interesting colors and patterns to create amazing pieces of jewellery. Some believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. They may also help with well being as they help regulate the body. Whatever your beliefs, may you enjoy your fossil wood piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrified Wood Tumble by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":39789621903431,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Tumble-020-A_ID0015A3","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"B","offer_id":39789621936199,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Tumble-020-B_ID0015A3","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"C","offer_id":39789621968967,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Tumble-020-C_ID0015A3","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"D","offer_id":39789622001735,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Tumble-020-D_ID0015A3","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Petrified-Wood-Tumble-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_0a9d40af.jpg?v=1792222973"},{"product_id":"fossilized-spinosaurus-tooth-specimen-023","title":"Fossilized Spinosaurus Tooth Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Spinosaurus was a sail fin Therapod dinosaur. This means that the creature had broad club shaped spines or spikes on its back. The stegosaurus is the most famous of the dinosaurs that have fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Spinosaurus spikes projected up to 2 metres (6 feet) from the backbone. Scientists have determined that the spikes were covered with skin. They believe that the fins were used to regulate body temperature. They could also have been used for protection. Unlike the four-legged stegosaurus, the Spinosaurus walked upright on two hind legs. The Spinosaurus had small, short front arms. The Spinosaurus was a carnivorous dinosaur that ate a lot of fish. The weight of the creature could get up to 7 tonnes, the length could reach 12 metres (39 feet). These creatures lived about 75 million years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnlike other carnivores whose teeth were curved, the Spinosaurus had straight teeth. A lot of work goes into cleaning and preparing the pieces for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis item does not include a display stand. Click\u003ca title=\"Plastic Display Box\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rocksandgemscanada.com\/products\/plastic-display-stand?variant=39397466144839\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.rocksandgemscanada.com\/products\/plastic-display-stand?variant=39397466144839\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003eto shop our display boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tooth Spinosaur by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39757721010247,"sku":"Spinosaurus-Tooth-023_ID0026A4","price":1159.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Fossilized-Spinosaurus-Tooth-Specimen-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_74b6ef88.jpg?v=1792236047"},{"product_id":"fossilized-spinosaurus-tooth-specimen-024","title":"Fossilized Spinosaurus Tooth Specimen","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Spinosaurus was a sail fin Therapod dinosaur. 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Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica ( white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of oxygen present during fossilization will directly affect the detailing of the specimen, meaning that only specimens that fossilize with zero oxygen present will have a discernible wood grain or texture. This may visually reflect the rings of the tree's growth, or have other familiar patterns present. The end result of petrified wood has the same original basic structure in place, simply replaced by stone. The exterior of the petrified wood may look about the same as normal wood. \u003cspan\u003eOnly when cut and polished can we see the intricate work of nature.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAraucarian petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified Wood is used to connect with your past life, to get more grounded, or to stabilize emotions. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. Petrified wood is a testament of resilience and strength, and is often associated with business \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esuccess, making it an ideal fossil for entrepreneurs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrified Wood Heart Small by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44117207122231,"sku":"PetrifiedWood-Heart-009_ID0015A3","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/files\/Petrified-Wood-Heart-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_6f0cbbd6.jpg?v=1792269266"},{"product_id":"petrified-wood-touch-stone-at-29-each","title":"Petrified Wood Touch Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified wood is the common name for wood that has turned to stone. Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica (white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amount of oxygen present during fossilization will directly affect the detailing of the specimen, meaning that only specimens that fossilize with zero oxygen present will have a discernible wood grain or texture. This may visually reflect the rings of the tree's growth, or have other familiar patterns present. The end result of petrified wood has the same original basic structure in place, simply replaced by stone. The exterior of the petrified wood may look about the same as normal wood. Only when cut and polished can we see the intricate work of nature.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of Araucaria petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified Wood is used to connect with your past life, to get more grounded, or to stabilize emotions. Some believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. 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Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica (white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amount of oxygen present during fossilization will directly affect the detailing of the specimen, meaning that only specimens that fossilize with zero oxygen present will have a discernible wood grain or texture. This may visually reflect the rings of the tree's growth, or have other familiar patterns present. The end result of petrified wood has the same original basic structure in place, simply replaced by stone. The exterior of the petrified wood may look about the same as normal wood. Only when cut and polished can we see the intricate work of nature.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis petrified wood specimen is from the Triassic age, and is approximately 220 million years old. A type of Araucaria petrified pine wood, this particular tree type is commonly referred to as the \"Monkey Puzzle Tree\" and is found in Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified Wood is used to connect with your past life, to get more grounded, or to stabilize emotions. Some believe these wood types can help with your composure and contentment with life. 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Ammolite comes from the ammonite fossil. Ammonite fossils are ancient shells that inhabited a shallow sea that covered southern Alberta, Canada between 70 and 135 million years ago. It is a multi-color organic gemstone that comes in green, red, yellow, orange and more rarely in blue and purple. The best ammolite stone will have very bright colors. The brighter and more lively a stone, the better. Whether the stone is green, red, yellow, blue, orange or purple is of secondary importance to the brightness, strength and quality of the color. Blue and purple are the rarer of the colors but they are often very dark. Bright colors are highly sought after, whether the ammolite is found in single colors or mixed colors. Ammolite may be found in many beautiful patterns and color combinations, each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonite shells are found all over the world, but southern Alberta is the only place in the world where the shells fossilize into the bright colors. Experts aren't sure why the fossilization process of the ammonites in southern Alberta varies from other ammonites found around the world. Only 5% of ammonites in southern Alberta have \"ammolite\" color, and only a small percentage of these are suitable to be made into jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blackfoot Nation of Canada called ammolite iniskim (I-niskim) or buffalo stone. \u003c\/span\u003eAmmolite is also an important stone in Feng Shui, as practitioners believe the ammolite has absorbed cosmic energy for over 70 million years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmolite has officially been announced as the gemstone of Alberta, as of 2022. Get in quick as these collector's pieces won't last long!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ammolite Hand Sample Boxed by R\u0026G","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44213674836279,"sku":"Ammolite-Box-002+stand","price":249.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/1979\/products\/Ammolite-Gem-Display-Box-Rocks-and-Gems-Canada_af0961bc.jpg?v=1792275381"},{"product_id":"ammolite-gem-display-box-003","title":"Ammolite Gem Display Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmmolite is a rare and unusual substance that is a fossilized form of the mineral aragonite. Ammolite comes from the ammonite fossil. Ammonite fossils are ancient shells that inhabited a shallow sea that covered southern Alberta, Canada between 70 and 135 million years ago. It is a multi-color organic gemstone that comes in green, red, yellow, orange and more rarely in blue and purple. The best ammolite stone will have very bright colors. The brighter and more lively a stone, the better. Whether the stone is green, red, yellow, blue, orange or purple is of secondary importance to the brightness, strength and quality of the color. Blue and purple are the rarer of the colors but they are often very dark. Bright colors are highly sought after, whether the ammolite is found in single colors or mixed colors. Ammolite may be found in many beautiful patterns and color combinations, each piece is unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonite shells are found all over the world, but southern Alberta is the only place in the world where the shells fossilize into the bright colors. Experts aren't sure why the fossilization process of the ammonites in southern Alberta varies from other ammonites found around the world. Only 5% of ammonites in southern Alberta have \"ammolite\" color, and only a small percentage of these are suitable to be made into jewellery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blackfoot Nation of Canada called ammolite iniskim (I-niskim) or buffalo stone.\u003c\/span\u003eAmmolite is also an important stone in Feng Shui, as practitioners believe the ammolite has absorbed cosmic energy for over 70 million years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmolite has officially been announced as the gemstone of Alberta, as of 2022. Get in quick as these collector's pieces won't last long!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping within Canada only. Ammolite over $500 value requires a permit to be exported out of Canada, which can take 90 days or more to acquire. 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Worry stones make the perfect gift for the worriers, the spiritual nomads, and will help focus those who can't seem to sit still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePetrified wood is the common name for wood that has turned to stone. Wood begins a petrification process once it is buried in sediments with very little exposure to oxygen. Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica ( white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur worry stones are made out of authentic stones, and no two are exactly alike. 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The ammonite was an ancient shell that inhabited a shallow sea that covered southern Alberta, Canada between 70-135 million years ago. While various types of ammonites can be found all over the world, it is only in southern Alberta is where the shells fossilized into the bright colors of ammolite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately, the only deposit of ammolite is beginning to run dry, and fewer pieces of quality ammolite are being found each year. Not only that, it is a specimen that becomes more expensive each year as well. 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Overtime, the mineral rich water from the soil will replace the organic cells of the wood with inorganic elements like carbon (black), cobalt (green\/blue), chromium (green\/blue), copper, (green\/blue), iron oxides (red\/brown\/yellow), manganese (pink and orange), manganese oxides (black or yellow) and silica ( white\/grey\/blueish white) to name a few. This process can happen very quickly, in as little as 1000 years, and it is the combination of these minerals and colours that creates a truly unique fossil specimen each time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most famous petrified wood is the Araucaria wood, which is a descendant of the Northfolk pine. The wood is between 190 million years old and 225 million years old and is considered the oldest wood in the world. It often fossilizes into beautiful reds, pinks, yellows and other bright colours. This type of wood is found in the USA, mainly in Arizona, however petrified wood specimens may also be found in Utah, Oregon, South Dakota, California, Washington, and other states.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the brown colour range of petrified wood is the high quality petrified wood out of the Queensland area of Australia. These brown wood specimens often contain nice wood grain detailing, and are approximately 100-145 million years old. A type of coniferous petrified pine wood, this particular type of petrified wood is increasingly rare, with very few mining permits awarded each year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother popular species of petrified wood is the Monkey Puzzle tree, which comes in many colours including browns, white, black, red and other combinations. These specimens are from the Triassic age, and are approximately 220 million years old. 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This is especially true of our hand-carved Alberta Jade carvings, which are made by a single artist from start to finish. 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Ammolite comes from the ammonite fossil. Ammonite fossils are ancient shells that inhabited a shallow sea that covered southern Alberta, Canada between 70 and 135 million years ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a multi-color organic gemstone that comes in green, red, yellow, orange and more rarely in blue and purple. The best ammolite stone will have very bright colors. The brighter and more lively a stone, the better. Whether the stone is green, red, yellow, blue, orange or purple is of secondary importance to the brightness, strength  and quality of the color. Blue and purple are the rarer of the colors but they are often very dark. Bright colors are highly sought after, whether the ammolite is found in single colors or mixed colors. Ammolite may be found in many beautiful patterns and color combinations, each piece is unique. The various colors of ammolite are usually found in the various layers of the thin gemstone. 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Only 5% of ammonites in southern Alberta have \"ammolite\" color, and only a small percentage of these are suitable to be made into jewellery. Ammonites may be found close to the surface, in river banks and up to seventy-five feet underground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blackfoot Indians of Canada called ammolite “iniskim” (I-nis’kim) or buffalo stone. According to a Blackfoot legend, it is said that one winter the Blackfoot people were starving as the snow had gotten deep and there were no buffalo around. The wife of a Blackfoot brave was out collecting firewood for the tribe when she heard singing. She followed the singing and found a piece of ammolite placed in a cottonwood tree on a mat of buffalo hair. There a spirit told her to take the stone as it was a powerful talisman of the buffalo. The woman picked up the ammolite and brought it back to her people. The people then had a buffalo ceremony to call the buffalo. The next morning a huge herd of buffalo was seen close by. Ever since then there has been a piece of ammolite in every painted lodge of the Blackfoot people. The Indians also believed the ammonite fossil to be a good omen as the shell grew in a circle, showing the cycle of life. They believed the creature to be unending, and this is proved by the over 70 million year life span.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmolite is also an important stone in Feng Shui, as practitioners believe the ammolite has absorbed cosmic energy for over 70 million years. Reds symbolize good luck, love,  and energy, orange is good for creativity and libido, yellow is good for balance and health, green is good for growth, fertility, and wisdom, blue is good for knowledge and faith, and purple is good for power and authority. 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The next morning a huge herd of buffalo was seen close by. Ever since then there has been a piece of ammolite in every painted lodge of the Blackfoot people. The Indians also believed the ammonite fossil to be a good omen as the shell grew in a circle, showing the cycle of life. They believed the creature to be unending, and this is proved by the over 70 million year life span.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmolite is also an important stone in Feng Shui, as practitioners believe the ammolite has absorbed cosmic energy for over 70 million years. Reds symbolize good luck, love,  and energy, orange is good for creativity and libido, yellow is good for balance and health, green is good for growth, fertility, and wisdom, blue is good for knowledge and faith, and purple is good for power and authority. 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The next morning a huge herd of buffalo was seen close by. Ever since then there has been a piece of ammolite in every painted lodge of the Blackfoot people. The Indians also believed the ammonite fossil to be a good omen as the shell grew in a circle, showing the cycle of life. They believed the creature to be unending, and this is proved by the over 70 million year life span.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmolite is also an important stone in Feng Shui, as practitioners believe the ammolite has absorbed cosmic energy for over 70 million years. Reds symbolize good luck, love,  and energy, orange is good for creativity and libido, yellow is good for balance and health, green is good for growth, fertility, and wisdom, blue is good for knowledge and faith, and purple is good for power and authority. 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