Corylus insignus (Hazelnut) Leaf Fossil (with stand) 76740e6d2a4e5cdac8c15dc618d3f154 The strand measures 8 inches

The strand measures 8 inches in length

low and heavy heads

The mineral itself actually belongs to a calcite group of "related carbonates" that are "isomorphous" with each other

forward pointing horns

Goldstone is a glass-like material with crystaline copper that gives it amazing sparkle

Corylus insignus (Hazelnut) Leaf Fossil (with stand) 76740e6d2a4e5cdac8c15dc618d3f154 The strand measures 8 inchesLeaves and other fossil plant specimens are unique in their simplicity and beauty. They give someone a feel of what the land and forests must have looked like during different time periods. For some reason, these type of fossils have a relaxing effect on many people, allowing us to envision a world of simplistic wonder.