Prehistoric million-year magic: The monumental fossil giant snail - Height: 6 cm- 0 g - (1)
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Specimen: fossil gastropod Campanile giganteum, from the Eocene about 45–50 million years ago, fully mineralised, height 6 cm, origin Salzburger Land, Austria.
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A breath of Earth's history’s million-year magic comes into your space with this spectacular fossilized snail: Scientifically known as the fossil gastropod (Campanile giganteum), this rare piece of ancient natural art presents itself in an impressive form. Its characteristic, spirally twisted structure and the mineralized details make it a true masterpiece of prehistoric aesthetics.
Origin:
Eocene (ca. 45–50 million years old) / Fossil limestone formations (e.g., Paris Basin, France / Madagascar)
Unique features:
Size: With a stately length of 14 cm, this fossil presents itself in an imposing, highly coveted collector’s and display size.
Quality: This specimen impresses with its solid, fully mineralized substance, excellent preserved whorls (turns) and authentic, three-dimensional preservation.
Coloring and texture: The natural earth- and stone-toned spectrum from soft sandstone yellow to noble ochre gives the piece an unparalleled, primordial aesthetics.
Special features:
This fossilized snail is not only a fascinating highlight for a refined living space or a natural science Wunderkammer cabinet, but also a precious testament to paleontology. The impressive massiveness and historical value make this fossil a timeless focal point in any collection.
Why this specimen?:
This piece unites the mysterious depth of Earth's history with a perfect decorative effect. A true natural one-of-a-kind that has endured for millions of years and lends any room an elegant, historic ambience.
SKU: Diverse/Fossil - Gastropoda fossil 14cm
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Seller's Story
We are specialists in the sale of mussels and snails from collection solutions. We get most of these from Germany.
We offer very special pieces for sale here that we do not offer on our website.
Translated by Google TranslateA breath of Earth's history’s million-year magic comes into your space with this spectacular fossilized snail: Scientifically known as the fossil gastropod (Campanile giganteum), this rare piece of ancient natural art presents itself in an impressive form. Its characteristic, spirally twisted structure and the mineralized details make it a true masterpiece of prehistoric aesthetics.
Origin:
Eocene (ca. 45–50 million years old) / Fossil limestone formations (e.g., Paris Basin, France / Madagascar)
Unique features:
Size: With a stately length of 14 cm, this fossil presents itself in an imposing, highly coveted collector’s and display size.
Quality: This specimen impresses with its solid, fully mineralized substance, excellent preserved whorls (turns) and authentic, three-dimensional preservation.
Coloring and texture: The natural earth- and stone-toned spectrum from soft sandstone yellow to noble ochre gives the piece an unparalleled, primordial aesthetics.
Special features:
This fossilized snail is not only a fascinating highlight for a refined living space or a natural science Wunderkammer cabinet, but also a precious testament to paleontology. The impressive massiveness and historical value make this fossil a timeless focal point in any collection.
Why this specimen?:
This piece unites the mysterious depth of Earth's history with a perfect decorative effect. A true natural one-of-a-kind that has endured for millions of years and lends any room an elegant, historic ambience.
SKU: Diverse/Fossil - Gastropoda fossil 14cm
Recommended price:
Seller's Story
We are specialists in the sale of mussels and snails from collection solutions. We get most of these from Germany.
We offer very special pieces for sale here that we do not offer on our website.
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Mineral form
Prehistoric million-year magic: The monumental fossil giant snail
Weight
0 g
Origin (region/city)
Salzburger Land
Country of origin
Austria
Height
6 cm
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