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Ginkgo biloba Leaf Age: Paleocene Formation: Sentinnel Butte Formation Location: Almont, North Dakota Size: Leaf is 1.7 inches across This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
Here is a very displayable fossil Ginkgo leaf. This is a fine Ginkgo biloba (formerly G. adiantoides) Leaf from the Paleocene of North Dakota. This fossil leaf is quite distinct and preserves fine detail. The leaf has great form, and the palmate venation is wonderfully displayed. This specimen has a long petiole tightly attached to the leaf. The off-white color of the leaf contrasts beautifully with the dark brown matrix. The leaf is well showcased on the colorful plate of matrix. This is a fine Ginkgo biloba leaf from North Dakota.