{"product_id":"large-petrified-wood-with-quartz-druzy-rare-fossil-wood-germany-collector-specimen-37","title":"Large Petrified Wood with Quartz Druzy, Rare Fossil Wood Germany, Collector Specimen  (#37)","description":"Product Overview\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA truly exceptional piece of petrified wood with quartz druzy, showcasing outstanding natural crystal coverage across the surface.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSourced from Zwenkau, Leipzig (Saxony, Germany), this material is increasingly rare due to the site no longer being accessible, with the original pit now flooded—making pieces like this highly sought after by collectors.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSize \u0026amp; Details\u003cbr\u003eSize: 30 x 14 x 9 cm\nWeight: 4.05kg\nAge: Approximately 35 million years\nOrigin: Zwenkau, Saxony, Germany\n✔ You will receive the exact piece shown\n✔ Natural fossil specimen\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out\nExceptional quartz druzy coverage\nLarge, display-quality specimen\nRare locality (now closed site)\nStrong visual contrast between fossil wood and crystal\nThis is from one of the best batches we have secured, selected for its quality and presentation.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Use\nIdeal as:\n- A statement piece for unique home or office decor\n- A collector’s mineral specimen\n- A unique natural history display\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAbout Permineralized Wood with Quartz\nPermineralized wood forms when ancient wood is buried and mineral-rich water flows through its structure, depositing minerals such as quartz within the cellular spaces. Unlike full petrification, where organic material is completely replaced, permineralization preserves more of the original structure while reinforcing it with crystalline mineral deposits.\nOver millions of years, this process creates a unique combination of fossilized wood and sparkling quartz druzy, resulting in pieces that display both natural wood textures and crystalline formations—making each specimen a distinctive example of geological transformation.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNotes\nNatural variations and textures are part of this pieces character\nColours may vary slightly depending on lighting\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDistinction Crystals\nDistinction ~ Excellence that sets something apart from others.","brand":"Distinction Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56712617034106,"sku":"WC9RPPIFtU","price":359.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7585\/1550\/files\/69be5da56decff236cea4d06.png?v=1774087187","url":"https:\/\/www.distinctioncrystalsandfossils.com\/products\/large-petrified-wood-with-quartz-druzy-rare-fossil-wood-germany-collector-specimen-37","provider":"Distinction Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}