Fossilized Wood for 2.5 Million Rubles in Vladivostok

A piece of fossilized wood weighing approximately 500–700 kg is being sold on the classifieds website Farpost for 2.5 million rubles ($27,800 at current rates). The seller noted that the item is sold without returns and must be inspected on site.

The item is new, but what it actually looks like is unknown — the photo is rather modest. Fossilized wood is a unique natural material in demand in various fields: from interior and landscape design to jewelry art. It is used to make exclusive countertops, sinks, bar counters, decorative panels, and polished cross-sections for collectors. It also serves as a base for souvenirs, talismans, and ornaments.

But not everyone sells such large quantities; where the seller got it is unknown. In the listing, he writes that the price is negotiable — perhaps a hint at a discount. It is also possible that a woodworker is selling the piece of fossil. It is unlikely that such a volume can be bought elsewhere; the largest available in specialized stores is 50 kg.