Trilobite
Easy to obtain
What is Trilobite?
Trilobites are extinct marine arthropods that lived over 520 million years ago. They are characterized by their three-lobed body plan, which gives them their name. Trilobites are among the most diverse groups of extinct animals, with over 20,000 species described. They are found worldwide, and their fossils are often well-preserved, making them popular among collectors.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- Variable
- Birefringence
- 0.000
- Pleochroism
- None
- Optical Character
- Isotropic
- Dispersion
- 0.000
Discover Values
Rarity
3.5out of 5.0
70%
Popularity
4.2out of 5.0
84%
Beauty
3.0out of 5.0
60%
Cultural Value
4.5out of 5.0
90%
Excellent
Collection Value
3.8out of 5.0
76%
Perfect for educational purposes and cultural appreciation
This stone excels in cultural value.
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Trilobite Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Various, depending on the mineral composition of the fossil (e.g., brown, gray, black)
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 5-7
- Density
- Variable
- Luster
- Earthy
- Crystal System
- Amorphous
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- Variable, depends on the mineral composition of the fossil (e.g., calcium carbonate, silica)
- Elements
- Variable, depends on the mineral composition of the fossil (e.g., Ca, C, O, Si)
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