Claim: The symbol of West Virginia state in 1990 is a type of gem called Silicified Mississippian Lithostrotionella coral; while the symbol for 1972 and 1995 are both fruits, namely, apple and golden delicious apple, respectively.
Evidence: 1990 Gem Silicified Mississippian Lithostrotionella coral 1972 1995 Fruit Apple Golden Delicious apple