Fossil

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a close-up of a textured, fossilized shell, possibly from a marine creature, featuring distinct ridges and grooves radiating from the center, set against a plain, light-colored background; the fossil's weathered appearance and earthy tones suggest it has been preserved for a significant period, displaying the natural beauty and organic patterns formed through geological processes; the shell's structure, resembling that of a scallop or similar bivalve, showcases intricate detailing, with each line highlighting the minutiae of its historical and biological origin, providing a glimpse into ancient marine environments.

The image depicts a close-up of a textured, fossilized shell, possibly from a marine creature, featuring distinct ridges and grooves radiating from the center, set against a plain, light-colored background; the fossil's weathered appearance and earthy tones suggest it has been preserved for a significant period, displaying the natural beauty and organic patterns formed through geological processes; the shell's structure, resembling that of a scallop or similar bivalve, showcases intricate detailing, with each line highlighting the minutiae of its historical and biological origin, providing a glimpse into ancient marine environments.

Name/Title

Fossil

Entry/Object ID

606/13776

Description

Description: Brachiopod/fossil/invertebrate

Collection

GEOLOGY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Fossil

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

May 29, 1979