Petrification Collection

Petrified forest, Beach, Borth, Wales, UK, Europe
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Extinct bivalve mollusks: Pholadomya and Terebratula species. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Stenos shark tooth fossil
Great white shark jaw with fossil shark teeth. Copperplate after Steno 1667. Steno produced a book " Head of a shark dissected" from his dissection of a great white shark caught in

Petrified tree, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA

Head of Medusa, c. 1801. Creator: Antonio Canova
Head of Medusa, c. 1801

Mercury Turning Aglauros to Stone (Aglauros a Mercurio in lapidem transformatur), from The Metamorphoses of Ovid (Metamorphosean Sive Transformationum), plate 20, Published after 1606

[Plaster Casts of Bodies, Pompeii], ca. 1875. Creator: Giorgio Sommer
[Plaster Casts of Bodies, Pompeii], ca. 1875

Skeleton of the Megatherium, and Mastodon giganteus, or the American mastodon, Mammut americanum.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossils of extinct encephalopod ammonites.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Fossils of extinct bivalves.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Skeleton, skull and tooth of the cave bear, Ursus spelaeus.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Fossils of extinct Ammonites species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Skull of the Rhinoceros schleirmacheri and skeleton of the Irish elk, Cervus megaceros.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Diluvian human skeleton known as Homo diluvii testis, and a human skeleton from Guadalupe.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Skull, tooth and fanciful illustration of a Dinotherium, shown as a kind of seal-like creature.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Extinct fossil of an oyster Ostraea longirostris, Pecten Jacobaeus, and mussel Dreissena Brardii.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Micraster cor-testudinarium, Trigonia alaeformis, Hippurites cornu vaccinum, and Mosasaurus tooth.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossil smooth clam Cytheria chione, sea snail Turitella scalata and shark teeth.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Skeleton of the American mastodon, Mammut americanum, and giant ground sloth, Mylodon robustus.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Extinct gastropods and mollusks: Ammonites, Scaphites, Hamites and Turrilites species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossil of extinct corals: Astraea, Maeandrina and Chaetetes species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Fossils of extinct Astraea pentagonalis, A. helianthoides, A. alveolata, A. sexradiata.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Stony coral fossils: Lithodendron and Anthophyllum species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Fossils of extinct Jurassic prawn, Aeger tipularius, and dragonfly, Aeschna grandis.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossils of extinct Apiocrinites, Solanocrinites, Asterias, Eugeniacrinites and Retepora species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossils of extinct Ammonites, Nerita, Nerinea and Pecten species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann

Fossils of extinct Spongites species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Fossils of extinct Cidarites, Spalangus, Nudeolitus species, and Megalosaurus and Gyrodus teeth.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossils of extinct Spongites and Cnemidium species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Fossils of extinct Ammonites, Terebratula and Trochus species.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann

Fossils of extinct ammonites.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Extinct fossil gastropods: Ammonites Parkinsoni, A. macrocephalus, Serpula grandis.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Extinct fossil gastropods: Ammonites Humphreysianus, Trigonia costata and Avicula elegans.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Extinct fossil oyster, Ostraa pectiniformis, and Perna mytiloides.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Extinct fossil gastropod: Ammonites coronatus.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Extinct fossil oyster, Ostraa cristagalli.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Extinct fossil gastropods and oysters.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Extinct fossil gastropods: Ammonites torulosus, Trigonia navis and Venus trigonellaris.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Fossil of Pentacrinites subangularis, extinct crinoid from the Jurassic.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Extinct fossil gastropods: Ammonites jurensis, A. hircinus and A. radians.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Extinct fossil plants: Araucaria, Cauterpites serpentinus and Chondrites bollensis.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Extinct fossil gastropods: Ammonites fimbriatus, Aptychus sanguinolaris and A. bollensis.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Extinct fossil fish Thryssops, and shells Patella papyracea, Inoceramus gryphoides.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany

Fossil dinosaur skeletons: Ichthyosaurus and teleosaurid crocodyliform Mystriosaurus.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A

Extinct fossil ammonites.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Extinct fossil Ammonites amaltheus, A gibbosus and A ziphus
Extinct fossil Ammonites amaltheus, A. gibbosus and A. ziphus.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann

Extinct fossil sea snails.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

Extinct fossil brachipods.. Handcolored lithograph from Dr. F.A. Schmidts Petrefactenbuch, published in Stuttgart, Germany, 1855 by Verlag von Krais & Hoffmann. Dr

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"Petrification: Unveiling the Frozen Echoes of Time" Step into a world frozen in time, where ancient wonders tell tales of a bygone era. Journey through the Petrified Forest, an enchanting realm nestled in Borth, Wales, UK, Europe. Here lies nature's museum, adorned with captivating remnants that whisper secrets from centuries past. As you stroll along the petrified beach, marvel at the preserved beauty of extinct bivalve mollusks like Pholadomya and Terebratula species. These delicate creatures once thrived beneath these very waves but now stand as silent witnesses to their own demise. Discover a Stenos shark tooth fossil embedded within ancient rocks—a testament to the formidable predators that prowled these waters long ago. Nearby lie fossils of enigmatic encephalopod ammonites and extinct bivalves; each fragment offering glimpses into prehistoric marine ecosystems. Venture further and encounter Antonio Canova's masterpiece—the Head of Medusa—frozen forever in stone since its creation in 1801. This haunting sculpture captures both the terror and allure of Greek mythology's most infamous gorgon. Witness Mercury Turning Aglauros to Stone—an exquisite portrayal depicting Aglauros' transformation into solid rock under Mercury's divine gaze. The intricate details immortalize this mythical event with breathtaking precision. Pause before plaster casts meticulously crafted from Pompeii's tragic fate—a poignant reminder of life halted abruptly by volcanic fury over a century ago. These eerily lifelike figures bear witness to humanity caught unawares amidst nature's wrathful embrace. Delve deeper into history as you encounter skeletal remains belonging to Ursus spelaeus—the mighty cave bear whose existence echoes through time via its bones, skull, and fearsome teeth. Feel awe-struck by the sheer magnitude this magnificent creature once possessed. Marvel at fossils unveiling diverse Ammonite species—once vibrant inhabitants of ancient oceans, now eternally preserved within the layers of time.