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Can corals become fossils?
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Yes, corals can indeed become fossils, though the process can take up to 20 million years. When a polyp dies, its tissue decays, and the skeleton that is left behind is what will eventually fossilize. You’ll find a collection of fossilized coral from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Set of Pink Amethyst, Agate, Fossilised Ammonite and Coral Fossil
Located in London, GB
Set of pink amethyst, agate, fossilised ammonite and coral fossil
Continental, 20th Century
Largest
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20th Century European Natural Specimens
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Other
Red Coral Sculpture
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authentic Chinese red bamboo coral fossil specimen with its enchanting soft red color and organic
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21st Century and Contemporary Solomon Islands Organic Modern Natural Spe...
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Coral
Sculptural Driftwood with Fossil Agate Coral, Crystal Points, and Fossil Shells
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural driftwood with fossil agate coral, crystal points, and fossil shells.
Driftwood is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Agate, Coral, Rock Crystal
Sculptural 18th Century Italian Miniature Fragment with Fossil Agate Coral
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian miniature fragment with fossil agate coral.
The fragment was
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
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Agate, Coral, Gold Leaf
Sculptural 18th Century Italian Miniature Mecca Fragment with Fossil Agate Coral
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural 18th century Italian mecca miniature fragment with fossil agate coral.
The fragment
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Mounted Objects
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Agate, Coral, Gold Leaf
Fossil Coral, Brain Coral Lamp, Handcrafted and Ethically Sourced
By Marovo Island Traders
Located in Newrybar, NSW
Fossil Coral Brain Coral Lamp, a captivating fusion of nature's wonders and stunning craftsmanship
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2010s Solomon Islands Prehistoric Table Lamps
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Brass
