Fossil reptile: Keichousaurus - a rare testimony from the Triassic - Fossilised animal - Keichousaurus - 30 cm (No reserve price)
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Scientific name Keichousaurus; Specimen: fossil reptile Keichousaurus; Geological period Middle Triassic; Country of origin China; Condition Natural; Authenticity Original; Weight 2432 g; Height 30 cm.
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Fossil of Keichousaurus (Guizhou, China) –-
Magnificent fossil of Keichousaurus hui, a marine reptile from the Middle Triassic, dating to about 240 million years ago.
The specimen is presented on a natural rock slab and retains a particularly aesthetic skeleton with the skull, ribs, spine, limbs and the long tail visible.
Characteristics:
* Species: Keichousaurus hui
* Age: Middle Triassic (~240 million years)
* Provenance: Guizhou Province, China
* Dimensions of the slab: 30x19.9x1.8 cm
* Weight: 2432 g
* A natural rock slab of the same kind has been glued to the reverse to reinforce the whole. This restoration does not affect the presentation of the fossil.
Description:
This fossil shows excellent anatomical preservation and makes a beautiful display piece for paleontology enthusiasts, fossil collectors or curios cabinets. The contrast between the black bones and the lighter matrix particularly highlights the skeleton.
* Careful packaging and secure shipping. Shipping in France only via Mondial Relay or Chronopost Shop2Shop.
Authenticity guaranteed – Natural fossil, not molded and not reconstructed.
Feel free to contact me with any questions or to obtain additional photos.
Fossil of Keichousaurus (Guizhou, China) –-
Magnificent fossil of Keichousaurus hui, a marine reptile from the Middle Triassic, dating to about 240 million years ago.
The specimen is presented on a natural rock slab and retains a particularly aesthetic skeleton with the skull, ribs, spine, limbs and the long tail visible.
Characteristics:
* Species: Keichousaurus hui
* Age: Middle Triassic (~240 million years)
* Provenance: Guizhou Province, China
* Dimensions of the slab: 30x19.9x1.8 cm
* Weight: 2432 g
* A natural rock slab of the same kind has been glued to the reverse to reinforce the whole. This restoration does not affect the presentation of the fossil.
Description:
This fossil shows excellent anatomical preservation and makes a beautiful display piece for paleontology enthusiasts, fossil collectors or curios cabinets. The contrast between the black bones and the lighter matrix particularly highlights the skeleton.
* Careful packaging and secure shipping. Shipping in France only via Mondial Relay or Chronopost Shop2Shop.
Authenticity guaranteed – Natural fossil, not molded and not reconstructed.
Feel free to contact me with any questions or to obtain additional photos.
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Specimen
Fossil reptile: Keichousaurus - a rare testimony from the Triassic
Scientific name
Keichousaurus
Country of origin
China
Geological period
Triassic (251.9 - 201.3 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
2432 g
Height
30 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
