Trilobite - Fossilised animal - Phacops Noir





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Description from the seller
Scientific Name
Phacops Noir
Location
Alnif, Morocco
Stage
Devonian (~390 million years ago)
Size:
- Matrix: 22 cm
- Trilobites: proportional size, well-defined
Fossil description
Spectacular pair of Phacops noir trilobites on a single large matrix, originating from the Devonian deposits of Alnif, Morocco. The specimens have been carefully cleaned by hand using sandblasting, which has preserved all anatomical details with minimal restoration. The compound eyes, well-defined exoskeleton, and characteristic texture of the species are clearly visible. Due to their size, quality, and presence, this piece is ready for display in a museum or to enrich a high-level paleontological collection.
Restoration
Mínima – professional cleaning with sandblasting
Ref: 2305
Seller's Story
Scientific Name
Phacops Noir
Location
Alnif, Morocco
Stage
Devonian (~390 million years ago)
Size:
- Matrix: 22 cm
- Trilobites: proportional size, well-defined
Fossil description
Spectacular pair of Phacops noir trilobites on a single large matrix, originating from the Devonian deposits of Alnif, Morocco. The specimens have been carefully cleaned by hand using sandblasting, which has preserved all anatomical details with minimal restoration. The compound eyes, well-defined exoskeleton, and characteristic texture of the species are clearly visible. Due to their size, quality, and presence, this piece is ready for display in a museum or to enrich a high-level paleontological collection.
Restoration
Mínima – professional cleaning with sandblasting
Ref: 2305

