Petrified Wood
Fossil Xylem
Ancient wood turned to stone, still showing grain and growth rings.
- Typical size
- 1–8 in
- How often it turns up
- Uncommon
- Collecting
- Check local rules
- Handling
- Safe to handle
Rules depend on land ownership. Beach and private-land finds with permission are generally fine.
How to tell it apart
- Wood grain visible in stone
- Heavy and hard, rings on a cut face
- Brown, grey or honey coloured
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