Crinoid Fossils

Crinoid fossils are one of the oldest fossils on our planet. These fossils used to be sea creatures, related to the starfish family. They can be found all over the world. I happened to find mine off of the waters of Lake Michigan. My Dad has also generously donated many of his fossil findings to my jewelry making cause. 

Crinoids have always been a meaningful part of my life. I was told I found my first one at the age of two. I spent many a summer, usually with my Dad, hunting for these small round fossils. I like to use them in my jewelry from time to time. I think it’s a great way to display an interesting piece of history. The pieces I make with these fossils are very special and took countless hours to collect, sort and prepare for jewelry making.

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