Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California Ref Calcite gets its name

Ref Calcite gets its name from the German word "calcit" meaning limestone

This mineral is often used in many manufacturing processes and home projects

This version of selenite is actually known as satin spar

Some specimens have been found weighing hundreds of pounds

Fossil Pea Crab (Pinnixia galliheri) - California Ref Calcite gets its nameSize: 3. 6 x 2. 5 x 0. 7 in. Crab Size: 0. 9 in. Weight: 2. 8 oz Age: Middle Miocene Fossil Type & Species: Compression & Pinnixia galliheri Location: Monterey Formation, Carmel, California This cute little one is a great example of the fossils found in the Monterey Formation. Because they lived in a coastal environment, they are often found alongside other fossil fish, pine cones, and palm fronds. The natural orange coloring is due to iron oxide