Is this fossilized wood??

[PJS]

Found these two cool specimens in North Carolina, they look like pertrified wood to me, but would appreciate confirmation from a knowledgeable party. Can anyone confirm this is fossilized wood?? If so, are these rare/ valuable? Thanks in advance!

Paul

 

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[Peyton Manning]

I don't think it is, however I am no expert

petrified wood isn't real valuable as you can still get it free on gov land out west

 

[Johnnybravo300]

Lots of it around here and the looks can vary widely by region. It's hard to tell by the pics but it could be. It's usually heavier than other same sized rocks and the wood grains or rings can usually be seen as well as the exterior grains or bark. It's pretty unmistakeable most of the time but a rock shop could tell you easily.

 

[Johnnybravo300]

The pet wood I find here is purple/black and opalized inside and bleached white outside.