OH State Symbols
Symbols for Ohio: Geological and Archaeological Symbols
By Nora Kirkeby
Aug 31, 2006, 14:26 PST

Ohio State Fossil
Curious as to what an Isotelus is? This page has information on its adoption as the state fossil, and what it is.
Source: Ohio Historical Society

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Ohio State Fossil (More)
Looking for more on Ohio's state fossil? This page has loads of information on the trilobite Isotelus, including significant fossil finds within the state of Ohio.
Source: State Fossils

Isotelus: Ohio's State Invertebrate Fossil
Download this PDF GeoSheet for information on the Isotelus, including how it was chosen as a state symbol.
Source: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Ohio State Gemstone
Find out a little bit about the adoption of flint as Ohio's state gemstone. This stone, which is commonly used with steal to start fires, is used to make jewelry here. Learn more about on this helpful page.
Source: Ohio Historical Society

Ohio State Gemstone
This article has loads of information on the Ohio state gemstone. Learn all about flint, and Flint Ridge here. Find out how early Americans used flint, and why it's such a good stone for jewelry.
Source: Ohio Department of Natural Resources

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