Product Description
Crinoid Fossil Short Point Polished
Fossil Information:
A crinoid fossil is the fossilized remains of a marine animal called a crinoid, which belongs to the class Crinoidea. Crinoids are also commonly known as sea lilies or feather stars. They are echinoderms, which means they are related to starfish, sea urchins, and sand dollars.
Crinoids are typically found in shallow marine environments, attached to the seabed by a stalk or living freely on the ocean floor. They have a distinctive appearance, with a flower-like body consisting of a central disc and numerous arms or tentacles. The arms are used for feeding and are often branched, giving the animal a feathery appearance.
Crinoids first appeared in the fossil record over 500 million years ago and have a long evolutionary history. Fossilized crinoids are often found in limestone deposits and are popular among collectors due to their intricate and delicate appearance.
Fossil Care:
Crinoid fossils are generally fragile and delicate due to the nature of their skeletal structure. Crinoids have a hard calcite skeleton that is composed of many small plates held together by soft tissue. The plates can be easily broken or dislodged, and the soft tissue that once held them together is typically long gone. As a result, the fossils are often found disarticulated and scattered, with only a few plates remaining intact. Additionally, crinoid fossils can be quite brittle and may be prone to cracking or breaking if handled improperly. Therefore, it is important to handle crinoid fossils with care and to avoid exposing them to excessive pressure or impact.
Metaphysical Properties:
Crinoid fossils help the owner connect with the energies of the Earth and the energies of the sea. They are also said to promote calmness and grounding and to assist with becoming more emotionally balanced. Crinoid fossils are associated with the throat chakra and are said to aid with communication and self-expression. The fossil is believed to encourage open and honest communication. It is also a stone associated with creative expression and manifestation of personal goals.
Disclaimer:
No information here is intended to diagnose, treat or cure ailments or afflictions of any kind. One should always consult a medical professional if a serious issue presents itself.
