Permineralized Sparklewood - 3.647" phytosaur-tooth Source: Lawrence Berkeley Lab Archives

Source: Lawrence Berkeley Lab Archives

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Permineralized Sparklewood - 3.647" phytosaur-tooth Source: Lawrence Berkeley Lab ArchivesSparklewood is our fancy name for the glimmering, fossilized wood that comes from deposits near Zwenkau, Germany. It is truly a sight to behold and it comes in two distinct forms: Mummified and Permineralized. The Permineralized form is infused with so many druzy crystal inclusions that they shimmer in the light, while the Mummified form exhibits a deeper color that is subtle and contemplative. Both forms are incredibly light and beautiful. This