5" Fossilized Polished Petrified Wood Branch Madagascar 66-225 Million Yrs Old

Location: Madagascar

Weight: 11.5 Ounces

Dimensions: 5 Inches Long, 3.9 Inches Wide, 0.5 Inches Thick

The item pictured is the one you will receive. 

66-225 million years old Cretaceous and Quaternary periods

This polished petrified wood specimen from Madagascar is a beautifully decorated example of ancient fossil wood, finished to a smooth, high-gloss sheen that highlights its striking natural colors. The vivid patterns and interspersed hues are the result of mineral replacement during fossilization, making each specimen unique.

During the late Tertiary period, vast forests thrived across regions of Madagascar that were later affected by intense volcanic activity. Following eruptions, trees were rapidly buried beneath ash and lava, sealing them off from oxygen and eliminating the microbes that would normally cause decay. Over millions of years, the original organic wood structure was slowly replaced by silica-rich minerals, including chalcedony, quartz, jasper, opal, and calcite, preserving the cellular details of the wood in stone.

The spectacular coloration seen in this petrified wood comes from trace elements introduced during mineralization. Iron oxides produce warm tones of brown, red, and orange, while manganese contributes striking blues, grays, and broad black accents. Highly prized by fossil collectors, lapidary enthusiasts, and interior designers, Madagascar petrified wood is valued for its geological history, durability, and exceptional natural beauty.