Fish - Fossilised articulated skeleton - cyclobatis major - 20 cm - 25 cm

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Cyclobatis major, a natural fossil fish from Lebanon, dating to the Upper Cretaceous (Cenomanian) about 100 million years ago, with a complete circular disc, preserved fin rays and a visible central skeleton and long tail, weight 1545 g, dimensions 20 × 25 × 2 cm, authenticity Original/official.

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Fossil stingray from the renowned limestone deposits of Lebanon, Upper Cretaceous (Cenomanian), around 100 million years old. Complete circular disc with finely preserved fin rays, a clearly visible central skeleton and a long tail. Stingray fossils are less commonly found than bony fish in these deposits. A striking display piece.


Seller's Story

Stone & Sea Collection specializes in authentic Lebanese fossils, with a particular focus on fossil fish from the renowned deposits of the Byblos region. Dating back approximately 100 million years to the Cretaceous period, these remarkable specimens originate from a time when present-day Lebanon was covered by the ancient Tethys Sea. Each fossil is carefully selected for its authenticity, preservation, aesthetic quality and collectible interest. Every specimen is unique and represents an extraordinary fragment of natural history. Our ambition is to bring the exceptional paleontological heritage of Lebanon to collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Stone & Sea Collection — Lebanese fossils, selected for collector
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Fossil stingray from the renowned limestone deposits of Lebanon, Upper Cretaceous (Cenomanian), around 100 million years old. Complete circular disc with finely preserved fin rays, a clearly visible central skeleton and a long tail. Stingray fossils are less commonly found than bony fish in these deposits. A striking display piece.


Seller's Story

Stone & Sea Collection specializes in authentic Lebanese fossils, with a particular focus on fossil fish from the renowned deposits of the Byblos region. Dating back approximately 100 million years to the Cretaceous period, these remarkable specimens originate from a time when present-day Lebanon was covered by the ancient Tethys Sea. Each fossil is carefully selected for its authenticity, preservation, aesthetic quality and collectible interest. Every specimen is unique and represents an extraordinary fragment of natural history. Our ambition is to bring the exceptional paleontological heritage of Lebanon to collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Stone & Sea Collection — Lebanese fossils, selected for collector
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Details

Specimen
Fish
Scientific name
cyclobatis major
Country of origin
Lebanon
Geological period
Cretaceous, Upper (100.5 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Weight
1545 g
Height
20 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
2 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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