Marine reptile - Reconstructed skeleton - Mosasaurio - 80 cm - 90 cm

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Marine reptile Mosasaurus specimen from the Late Cretaceous, conserved with a professional restoration and reconstructed condition, weighing about 50 kg and measuring 80 cm high, 90 cm wide and 40 cm deep.

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Ancient Marine Predator: Authentic Mosasaurus Fossil Skeleton.

We present a fossil skeleton of Mosasaurus, originating from the ancient oceans that covered Khouribga, Morocco, more than 70 million years ago. This powerful marine reptile was one of the top predators of its time and dominated the prehistoric seas of the Late Cretaceous.

The fossil preserves approximately 90% of its original material, complemented by a professional restoration of 10%, carefully carried out to ensure its stability and highlight the natural details of the specimen. The skeleton measures 150 cm in length by 90 cm in width, making it a specimen of great presence and spectacularity.

This balance between authenticity and presentation makes this fossil a unique and exceptional piece, ideal for both private collectors and museums or institutions dedicated to scientific dissemination.
Authenticity

Specifications
• Origin: Khouribga, Morocco
• Age: Late Cretaceous (~70 million years)
• Species: Mosasaurus sp.
Composition: approximately 90% original fossil, 10% professional restoration.
Measures: 150cm long x 90cm wide.
Condition: Clean, stabilized, and verified by museum.

Fossils are ethically obtained by experts in Khouribga, a region worldwide renowned for its Cretaceous marine deposits, and are handcrafted following traditional techniques that enhance their natural texture and details.

It is a piece of great historical and aesthetic value, perfect for display in a museum or for a high-level private collection.

Ancient Marine Predator: Authentic Mosasaurus Fossil Skeleton.

We present a fossil skeleton of Mosasaurus, originating from the ancient oceans that covered Khouribga, Morocco, more than 70 million years ago. This powerful marine reptile was one of the top predators of its time and dominated the prehistoric seas of the Late Cretaceous.

The fossil preserves approximately 90% of its original material, complemented by a professional restoration of 10%, carefully carried out to ensure its stability and highlight the natural details of the specimen. The skeleton measures 150 cm in length by 90 cm in width, making it a specimen of great presence and spectacularity.

This balance between authenticity and presentation makes this fossil a unique and exceptional piece, ideal for both private collectors and museums or institutions dedicated to scientific dissemination.
Authenticity

Specifications
• Origin: Khouribga, Morocco
• Age: Late Cretaceous (~70 million years)
• Species: Mosasaurus sp.
Composition: approximately 90% original fossil, 10% professional restoration.
Measures: 150cm long x 90cm wide.
Condition: Clean, stabilized, and verified by museum.

Fossils are ethically obtained by experts in Khouribga, a region worldwide renowned for its Cretaceous marine deposits, and are handcrafted following traditional techniques that enhance their natural texture and details.

It is a piece of great historical and aesthetic value, perfect for display in a museum or for a high-level private collection.

Details

Number of items
1
Specimen
Marine reptile
Scientific name
Mosasaurio
Country of Origin
Morocco
Geological Period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Reconstructed
Treatment
Conserved
Weight
50 kg
Height
80 cm
Width
90 cm
Depth
40 cm

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