Name/Title
Petrified WoodEntry/Object ID
78.58.63Description
A 1.2 cm thick slice of petrified Alder wood from McDermitt, Oregon (SE Oregon). Off-centered growth rings and is beiges and brown; several cracks are found here. A brown blotch is located next to the center. A darker brown and black rim surround a lighter brown and beige interior. Growth rings apparent. Outer most edge is dark brown and black. Probably from the Oligocene epoch, Tertiary period, Cenozoic era (~40 mya). Unpolished side has been lacquered. (Sold in public auction, date has been written over and year illegible, see image).Collection
Delmar Smith Collection