Lot 1221
Exceptionally Large 5 ½" Long whole Pine Cone From Patagonia. This huge 5 ½" x 3 ½" whole fossilized pine cone is over 210 million years old from Patagonia, Argentina. These detailed pine cones with seeds come from the Arancaria tree (Monkey puzzle tree) which is the most primitive of conifers and was a favorite food of the early sauropod dinosaurs. Most pine cones recovered are only 2-3" long, making this 5 ½" long cone truly exceptional. The pine cone is a dark brown in color with lighter tan seeds visible in its open end. Also, included is a 2 1/2" x 1 ½" polished section of the interior of the pine cone showing detail of the center cone with the surrounding seeds. These pine cones are becoming difficult to locate. Add $15 for domestic shipping.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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| Realized $403 |
