Virginia State Rock: Nelsonite

Virginia's state rock is nelsonite. Virginia's state fossil is Chesapecten jeffersonius.

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State rock: Nelsonite

Law:: Code of Virginia § 1-510

State fossil: Chesapecten jeffersonius

Law:: Code of Virginia § 1-510

Virginia state symbols FAQ

What is the state rock of Virginia?

Virginia's state rock is nelsonite (Code of Virginia § 1-510).

What is the state fossil of Virginia?

Virginia's state fossil is Chesapecten jeffersonius (Code of Virginia § 1-510).

Sources

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Code of Virginia § 1-510, Official emblems and designations — Virginia General Assembly (accessed 2026-10-24).

Last verified 2026-10-24. Corrections welcome: if a statute has changed, tell us and we'll re-verify.

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