Blastoid 57be4d5f38af896246e9d619e11b02dc

Blastoid 57be4d5f38af896246e9d619e11b02dcThe oldest blastoids lived about 425 million years ago. The animals survived until the Permian Period, about 260 million years ago, when they became extinct. Blastoids look much like small hickory nuts. They most commonly are found in the river cliffs and stream banks of western and southwestern Illinois, especially in Randolph County, and in southern Illinois near the Ohio River.

though there are several distinct differences

5 on the Moh's scale

With their graceful body lines one can understand why these interesting yet bizarre creatures have been nicknamed "The Butterflies of the Sea"

as it was one of the first Ice Age species to go extinct

Four pieces of coral are accented with traditional Native American silverwork

Trilobite appx: ~2" Matrix size varies

Stingrays are a dimorphic

which means heavy

Although many Starfish are carnivores

aid in communication and can help activate positive forces lying within oneself

This unique tree produces a large underground root with many outgrowths

The crystals are Pleochroism