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COMURA TRILOBITE LAB PREPPED - Hamar Laghdad Formation - Erfoud, Morocco DEVONIAN PERIOD: 395 - 345 million years ago The Comura trilobites are some of the most stunning types of trilobites to have ever inhabited the prehistoric seas. They are wondrous creatures with complex displays of spines and bizarre symmetry. It must have been an amazing site to witness such marvels of creation slowly crawling across the ocean floor. It is no wonder that trilobites have been labeled "butterflies of the ancient seas". Looking like a cross between a pin cushion and an alien, this superb example of the spiny comura trilobite encompasses untold hours of meticulous preparation. All three rows of spines running down the lobes of this trilobite and all other cephalonic spines have been exposed and are free-standing. Completed in our own preparation facility here in Orlando, this spectacular specimen features its full array free-standing spines that have been exposed from their limestone rock matrix. The creature is well posed on its original host rock and has been prepared in a fantastic natural position, partially elevated with its snout and right free cheek just protruding off the edge of the rock as if attempting to crawl away. Aside from the plethora of fake spiny trilobites on the market, this specimen is authentic. Trilobites that sport variances in their color from the different minerals in the rock, always command a premium for such gem quality characteristics. This investment grade specimen is no exception with very large portions of the body exhibiting creamy gold hues to compliment the dark olive black carapace. Even several spines also possess natural gold hues from this phenomena. LESS THAN 1% RESTORATION - EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND UNDER-PRICED FOR SUCH A SPECIMEN! This example is a TOP GRADE candidate for your advanced fossil collection or for any fossil exhibit, whether public or private, that focuses on rarity and quality. ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT AND TIME CONSUMING TRILOBITES TO PREPARE IN THIS FASHION - EXTREMELY RARE SPECIES! 3.75" long and 3.4" wide with matrix, animal 2.75" long SOLD TR2702 INCLUDES STAND Actual Item - One Only |
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