Australia's Largest Fossil Pearl

Australia's Largest Fossil Pearl

Australia's Largest Fossil Pearl

An "incredibly valuable" fossil pearl, slightly bigger than a marble, has been uncovered in outback Queensland.

The precious find was dug up in Richmond — between Mount Isa and Townsville — an area renowned for its significant fossil discoveries.

University of Queensland palaeontologist Gregory Webb, who verified the fossil pearl over two years, said it was the largest of its age found in Australia.

At nearly 2 centimetres in diameter, he said it was "bigger than a typical marble".

The area, known for its fossils, draws visitors from across the globe, who have unearthed other underwater creatures such as the Kronosaurus and Ichthyosaurus.

READ MORE & SEE PHOTOS: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08-19/100-million-year-old-fossil-pearl-found-in-outback-australia/105658646

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