perch - Fossilised animal - Amphiperca
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Amphiperca, a perch specimen from the Paläogen (Eocene, 56–33.9 million years ago) originating from Germany, restored and officially authentic, mounted in resin.
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Perch Amphiperca, intricately mounted in resin
from the Messel Pit near Darmstadt
Eocene
the site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site!!
The fossils from the Messel Pit (UNESCO World Heritage Site near Darmstadt) are about 47 million years old and worldwide. Their special feature lies in the perfect preservation of soft tissues such as fur, feathers, stomach contents, and outlines. Since the wet oil shale tears and crumbles as it dries, the finds have been permanently secured since the 1960s by a special resin technique.
Plate approx.: 24 x 11.5 x 1 cm +/-
Fish approx. 13 x 5 cm – body
Stand is not part of the auction.
Shipping with tracking and insurance.
Perch Amphiperca, intricately mounted in resin
from the Messel Pit near Darmstadt
Eocene
the site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site!!
The fossils from the Messel Pit (UNESCO World Heritage Site near Darmstadt) are about 47 million years old and worldwide. Their special feature lies in the perfect preservation of soft tissues such as fur, feathers, stomach contents, and outlines. Since the wet oil shale tears and crumbles as it dries, the finds have been permanently secured since the 1960s by a special resin technique.
Plate approx.: 24 x 11.5 x 1 cm +/-
Fish approx. 13 x 5 cm – body
Stand is not part of the auction.
Shipping with tracking and insurance.
Details
Number of objects
1
Specimen
perch
Scientific name
Amphiperca
Country of origin
Germany
Geological period
Paleogene, Eocene (56 - 33.9 million years)
Condition
Restored
Authenticity
Original/official
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