Swordfish Bill Fragment - Fossil Specimen Pyrite cube Over long periods

Over long periods

It was found in 1898 and is part of one of the largest known iron meteorite finds

growth lines

as well as internal diseases like anemia

Swordfish Bill Fragment - Fossil Specimen Pyrite cube Over long periodsMined from: Florida, U. S. A. Era: Miocene to Pliocene Geological Age: 2. 623 mya Description: This one of a kind fossil bill fragment from Florida has a long, tapered form with deep lengthwise grain and a dark brown to nearly black colour. Several joined sections remain visible along the specimen, giving it a layered, fibrous appearance. The surface is naturally worn, with minor cracking, chipped ends, and patches of lighter mineral staining