Mosasaur - Fossil skull - . - 65 cm - 33 cm

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Description from the seller

Marine reptile - Fossil skull - Mosasaurus sp. -
Late Cretaceous (100.5–66 million years ago) - Morocco
Mosasaur skull on mount - original - Three-dimensional (3D) preservation - Morocco
Exceptional Mosasaurus fossil skull, entirely original and preserved in three-dimensional (3D) form, mounted on a custom display stand.
From the prestigious phosphate deposits of Sidi Chennane, in the Khouribga region, renowned worldwide for the quality of its marine fossils from the
Cretaceous.
This specimen stands out especially for its complete three-dimensional preservation, without compression, allowing the original anatomy of the skull to be appreciated with great accuracy.
Key features
100% original material (no replicas)
* 3D preservation (not flattened)
* Complete skull, with excellent volume and presence
Visible, well-defined dentition
* Mounted on a custom metal stand, ready for display
* Professionally prepared while respecting anatomical integrity
Dimensions
Skull:
Length: 85
• Width: 33
With stand:
• Total height: 65

Balanced dimensions allow for an impressive display without requiring much
space
Age and origin
Period: Late Cretaceous (approx.
66–72 million years ago)

• Origin: Morocco
Family: Mosasauridae
Condition
The fossil has been professionally prepared and stabilized.
It may show minor consolidation, common in original fossils, intended to ensure its long-term preservation.
Shipping
Professional packaging with:
High-density foam
Structural reinforcements
Custom rigid box

Seller's Story

Surplus material from the Molina Museum
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Marine reptile - Fossil skull - Mosasaurus sp. -
Late Cretaceous (100.5–66 million years ago) - Morocco
Mosasaur skull on mount - original - Three-dimensional (3D) preservation - Morocco
Exceptional Mosasaurus fossil skull, entirely original and preserved in three-dimensional (3D) form, mounted on a custom display stand.
From the prestigious phosphate deposits of Sidi Chennane, in the Khouribga region, renowned worldwide for the quality of its marine fossils from the
Cretaceous.
This specimen stands out especially for its complete three-dimensional preservation, without compression, allowing the original anatomy of the skull to be appreciated with great accuracy.
Key features
100% original material (no replicas)
* 3D preservation (not flattened)
* Complete skull, with excellent volume and presence
Visible, well-defined dentition
* Mounted on a custom metal stand, ready for display
* Professionally prepared while respecting anatomical integrity
Dimensions
Skull:
Length: 85
• Width: 33
With stand:
• Total height: 65

Balanced dimensions allow for an impressive display without requiring much
space
Age and origin
Period: Late Cretaceous (approx.
66–72 million years ago)

• Origin: Morocco
Family: Mosasauridae
Condition
The fossil has been professionally prepared and stabilized.
It may show minor consolidation, common in original fossils, intended to ensure its long-term preservation.
Shipping
Professional packaging with:
High-density foam
Structural reinforcements
Custom rigid box

Seller's Story

Surplus material from the Molina Museum
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Number of objects
1
Specimen
Mosasaur
Scientific name
.
Country of origin
Morocco
Geological period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Conserved
Weight
20 kg
Height
65 cm
Width
33 cm
Depth
85 cm
Authenticity
Refurbished original
Spain (Mainland & Balearic Islands)Verified
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