XXL 2.6" Fossil Pine Cone Equicalastrobus Replaced By Agate Eocene Age Seeds Fruit

Location: Talsine, Morocco

Weight: 1.1 Ounces

Dimensions: 2.6 Inches Long, 0.8 Inches Wide

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Equicalastrobus are fossilized conifer cones from Morocco’s Western Sahara, dating to the Eocene epoch, approximately 33–55 million years ago. These fossils are preserved through permineralization, a geological process where minerals like silica or agate replace the original organic tissues of the cones, producing agatized specimens with exceptional detail.

Permineralized Equicalastrobus pine cones retain the scale patterns and seed chambers of the original structures, sometimes showing evidence of insect activity that indicates interactions in prehistoric ecosystems. The presence of numerous cones in this region suggests that ancient Morocco was covered by dense coniferous forests, supporting diverse wildlife. While the exact species of tree remains unidentified, these cones functioned similarly to modern pine cones, protecting seeds and facilitating reproduction.

These fossils are of interest to both geologists and paleobotanists, as they provide evidence of Eocene climatic conditions, forest composition, and ecological relationships. In addition, they are prized by collectors and museums for their mineralized beauty and detailed preservation. Equicalastrobus petrified pine cones offer a tangible link to ancient landscapes and the Earth’s deep history.