Crustacea - Fossilised animal - Thalassina - 5 cm - 7 cm

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Description from the seller

Cretaceous Fossil Lobster (Original)
Spectacular extinct marine crustacean from the Cretaceous period, preserved with extraordinary anatomical clarity in a 100% natural state. A paleontological piece with strong visual impact and high value for collectors.
Highlights:
Exceptional Preservation: Complete chelae with inner teeth visible and the exoskeleton with relief and texture intact.
Unique Morphology: Carapace and abdomen perfectly segmented, belonging to the primitive lineage of marine lobsters (Astacidea).
Display Piece: Ideal size for a display cabinet or pedestal, with no restorations or replicas.
Technical Sheet:
Dimensions: 20 cm (length) × 7 cm (width) × 5 cm (height)
Weight: 180 g
Condition: Original fossil

Seller's Story

Surplus material from the Molina Museum
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Cretaceous Fossil Lobster (Original)
Spectacular extinct marine crustacean from the Cretaceous period, preserved with extraordinary anatomical clarity in a 100% natural state. A paleontological piece with strong visual impact and high value for collectors.
Highlights:
Exceptional Preservation: Complete chelae with inner teeth visible and the exoskeleton with relief and texture intact.
Unique Morphology: Carapace and abdomen perfectly segmented, belonging to the primitive lineage of marine lobsters (Astacidea).
Display Piece: Ideal size for a display cabinet or pedestal, with no restorations or replicas.
Technical Sheet:
Dimensions: 20 cm (length) × 7 cm (width) × 5 cm (height)
Weight: 180 g
Condition: Original fossil

Seller's Story

Surplus material from the Molina Museum
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Crustacea
Scientific name
Thalassina
Country of origin
Indonesia
Geological period
Pliocene
Condition
Natural
Weight
181 g
Height
5 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
20 cm
Authenticity
Refurbished original
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