Fossil Echinoid on Matrix Asterocidaris Bistriata - Height: 190 mm - Width: 80 mm- 456 g - (1)
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One fossil sea urchin specimen, scientific name Asterocidaris Bistriata, fossil echinoid on a handmade wooden and wrought iron base, weight 456 g, dimensions 190 × 80 × 80 mm, originating from an Italian handmade base in Spain.
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A rare and fascinating fossil of a sea urchin belonging to the species Asterocidaris Bistriata. It is considered the oldest fossil of the Echinoidea class and dates to the Jurassic period. In addition to the allure of its age, this specimen stands out for the perfect preservation of the shell and the professional preparation that has brought to light a myriad of meticulous details. Even the spines are a sight to behold, being numerous, in excellent condition, and very large. Mounted on an artisanal wooden base with wrought iron, it becomes an elegant furnishing element, in addition to being an important collectible piece.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateA rare and fascinating fossil of a sea urchin belonging to the species Asterocidaris Bistriata. It is considered the oldest fossil of the Echinoidea class and dates to the Jurassic period. In addition to the allure of its age, this specimen stands out for the perfect preservation of the shell and the professional preparation that has brought to light a myriad of meticulous details. Even the spines are a sight to behold, being numerous, in excellent condition, and very large. Mounted on an artisanal wooden base with wrought iron, it becomes an elegant furnishing element, in addition to being an important collectible piece.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Fossil Echinoid on Matrix
Mineral form
Asterocidaris Bistriata
Supplement
Handcrafted wooden and wrought-iron base - fossil skeleton
Weight
456 g
Country of origin
Italian Handmade Base - Spain
Height
190 mm
Width
80 mm
Depth
80 mm
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