1.8" Detailed Ginkgo Cranei Fossil Plant Leaf Morton County, ND Paleocene Age COA

Location: Morton County, North Dakota, Sentinel Butte Formation

Weight: 7.4 Ounces

Dimensions: 4.3 Inches Long, 3.4 Inches Wide, 0.7 Inches Thick (Plate)

Leaf Dimensions: 1.8 Inches Long, 1.5 Inches Wide

Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

The item pictured is the one you will receive.

This is a genuine fossil

Bring a piece of prehistoric Earth into your collection with this rare Ginkgo Cranei fossil leaf, dating from the early Paleocene Epoch (66–56 million years ago). This fossil originates from a pivotal period following the Cretaceous–Paleogene mass extinction, when non-avian dinosaurs, giant marine reptiles, and numerous other species vanished, allowing plants and ecosystems to recover and flourish. During the Paleocene, the planet experienced a warm, ice-free climate, supporting dense tropical, subtropical, and deciduous forests worldwide, including high-latitude regions. These were among the first modern-style rainforests, where early flowering plants (angiosperms), palms, and cacti thrived alongside coevolving pollinating insects.

The Ginkgo Cranei fossil leaf preserves intricate details of its structure and venation, making it a visually striking and scientifically valuable specimen. Fossils like this provide a rare glimpse into the diversity, resilience, and evolution of Paleocene forests, illustrating how plant life rebounded after a mass extinction event. Ideal for fossil collectors, paleobotany enthusiasts, educators, and museums, this Ginkgo Cranei leaf combines scientific significance, rarity, and natural beauty, offering a tangible connection to prehistoric forests and the early evolution of modern plant life, making it a perfect addition to any collection or display.