Onchopristis numidus - Fossil skeleton - Enorme tribuna Tiburón sierra - 57 cm





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Specimen: Onchopristis numidus; Scientific name: Enorme tribuna Tiburón sierra; Geological period: Cretácico (145–66 million years ago); Condition: Reassembled for stability; Height: 57 cm; Authenticity: Original restored; Origin: Morocco.
Description from the seller
Scientific Name:
Onchopristis numidus
Location:
Kem Kem Valley, Morocco
Stage:
Cretaceous
Size:
57 cm
Description of the fossil:
Huge rostrum of the gigantic sawfish Onchopristis numidus, from the Kem Kem Valley. Measuring 57 cm, it is a spectacular piece, with great presence and highly sought after by Cretaceous shark enthusiasts. Its size and quality make it an ideal piece even for museums, as it is very difficult to find specimens of this caliber. The rostrum has been reassembled for proper stability and conservation, preserving its natural shape and appearance.
Restoration:
Reassembled for stability
ref: 3562
Seller's Story
Scientific Name:
Onchopristis numidus
Location:
Kem Kem Valley, Morocco
Stage:
Cretaceous
Size:
57 cm
Description of the fossil:
Huge rostrum of the gigantic sawfish Onchopristis numidus, from the Kem Kem Valley. Measuring 57 cm, it is a spectacular piece, with great presence and highly sought after by Cretaceous shark enthusiasts. Its size and quality make it an ideal piece even for museums, as it is very difficult to find specimens of this caliber. The rostrum has been reassembled for proper stability and conservation, preserving its natural shape and appearance.
Restoration:
Reassembled for stability
ref: 3562

