Spiny Trilobite - Fossilised animal - Walliserops hammi de museo





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Spinoso trilobite Walliserops hammi from Morocco, Devonian period, conserved and natural, mounted on a 7 cm matrix with a ~5 cm specimen, authentic/original.
Description from the seller
Scientific name: Walliserops hammi
Location: Alnif Region, Morocco (Formation famous for its unique trilobites)
Stage: Devonian
Size:
Matrix: approximately 7 cm
Trilobite: approximately 5 cm
Description of the fossil: An exceptional specimen of Walliserops hammi trilobite, one of the most iconic and spectacular species of the Moroccan Devonian. Hailing from the Alnif region, famous for producing trilobites with morphologies unique in the world, this specimen stands out for its elegance, symmetry, and visual presence.
The piece has undergone artisanal preparation of the highest quality, using sandblasting techniques and precision tools over many hours of work. Each spine and every detail has been freed with extreme care, achieving a museum-quality result.
The trilobite, about 5 cm, is perfectly exposed on its original matrix of 7 cm, creating a compact, aesthetic piece ready for display. A unique piece, ideal for demanding collectors and high-end display cases.
Restoration: High-precision professional preparation. No invasive reconstructions.
Seller's Story
Scientific name: Walliserops hammi
Location: Alnif Region, Morocco (Formation famous for its unique trilobites)
Stage: Devonian
Size:
Matrix: approximately 7 cm
Trilobite: approximately 5 cm
Description of the fossil: An exceptional specimen of Walliserops hammi trilobite, one of the most iconic and spectacular species of the Moroccan Devonian. Hailing from the Alnif region, famous for producing trilobites with morphologies unique in the world, this specimen stands out for its elegance, symmetry, and visual presence.
The piece has undergone artisanal preparation of the highest quality, using sandblasting techniques and precision tools over many hours of work. Each spine and every detail has been freed with extreme care, achieving a museum-quality result.
The trilobite, about 5 cm, is perfectly exposed on its original matrix of 7 cm, creating a compact, aesthetic piece ready for display. A unique piece, ideal for demanding collectors and high-end display cases.
Restoration: High-precision professional preparation. No invasive reconstructions.

