OR State Symbols
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Symbols for Oregon: Geological and Archaeological Symbols
By Nora Kirkeby
Jan 4, 2007, 18:18 PST
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| Photo courtesy of Roger Weller of Cochise College |
Oregon State Fossil
Oregon's state fossil is an ancient sequoia. Learn all about this fossil and find out which student and which representative teamed up to make it an official state symbol.
Source: State Fossils
Oregon State Gemstone
Oregon's state gemstone is the sunstone. Find out all about sunstone chemistry, lore, and more at this helpful site.
Oregon State Rock
Thundereggs are Oregon's state rock. Find out about the legend that gave the thundereggs their name. Learn how they're formed and how to identify them. You can even learn where to find these pretty stones!
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