An attractive natural Jurassic shale specimen collected from the famous fossil-bearing coastline around Whitby, North Yorkshire.
This piece displays striking branching dendritic mineral patterns across the surface. Although they resemble delicate fossil plants or ferns, these intricate markings are actually natural manganese oxide mineral growths that formed within the rock millions of years ago, creating beautiful organic-looking patterns.
Whitby's Jurassic coastline is world-renowned for its exceptional geology and fossil discoveries, making specimens such as this popular with collectors of fossils, minerals and British geological history.
Whether displayed as a conversation piece or added to a growing collection, this specimen offers a fascinating glimpse into the natural processes that shape our planet.
Weight: 230g
Every specimen is unique, with its own natural patterns, colours and character.