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PARADOXIDES TRILOBITE - Anti-Atlas Mountain Range, South Morocco CAMBRIAN PERIOD: 543 - 510 million years ago There are three major locations in Morocco where the largest trilobite called Paradoxides are found. One area is known for its orange specimens, one for the more rare dark brown specimens and one where the rare brownish black specimens are found. This is one of those black examples and it is a beautiful and VERY rare fossil Paradoxides. Large areas of the original carapace are still intact and this wonderful specimen has only approximately 4% restoration, mainly to areas on the genal spines and edges of the free cheeks. This premium grade trilobite specimen is of the finest we currently offer and is highly recommended for its uniqueness and rarity. This spectacular example was part of a very rare find several years ago. A seam was discovered that produced the some of the finest Paradoxides specimens ever seen. We were extremely fortunate to secure the entire find and this prize fossil was amongst that group. It is most probable that we will never come across such a discovery like this again so we strongly urge anyone wanting a choice grade version of Paradoxides from the Sahara to act on this one! The vast majority of Paradoxides specimens on the market are either heavily restored or completely fabricated. This specimen is a true rarity and of a type that is rarely encountered in any dealer's inventory. RECOMMENDED!!! 14.5" long x 13" wide with matrix, creature is 12" long x 10" wide SOLD TR114 INCLUDES STAND Actual Item - One Only |
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