Dendraster Gibbsii - Fossilized Sand Dollar

Fossilized at the bottom of the sea floor over 5,000,000 years ago, this Dendraster is a window into the ocean's past. The body plan of the animal has been preserved in beautiful detail, with their intricate skeletons still clearly visible.

This particular fossil is a Dendraster Gibbsii from the San Joaquin Valley deposit. The petroleum in this region can also provide a slight natural stain to the item. Each fossil is a unique item, so shape, size, and patterns will vary.