egg Egg - Aepyornis maximus - 21 cm - 0.5 cm - 30 cm- Non-CITES species - (1)
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This subfossil egg of Aepyornis maximus from Madagascar dates to the Holocene and is in fair condition.
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Museum-quality Egg of the Elephant Bird (Aepyornis maximus)
This concerns an exceptional and extremely rare subfossil egg from the extinct giant bird Aepyornis maximus (Elephant Bird) from Madagascar. The elephant bird was the largest bird to have ever roamed the Earth. This gigantic egg is a true centerpiece for high-end collectors and curiosities cabinets.
• Material: Fossil eggshell (Subfossil)
• Dimensions: 30 cm x 21 cm.
• Geological period: Quaternary (Holocene, approx. 1,000 - 5,000 years old)
• Condition: [Choose one option: 100% intact and fully original with natural patina / Professionally reconstructed from original eggshells]
• Weight: [ENTER WEIGHT HERE, E.G.: 1.45] kg
• Shipping method: The egg is packaged with utmost breakage protection and shock resistance in a custom-made, well-padded crate. Worldwide shipping via a premium courier service with maximum transport insurance and Track & Trace.
Seller's Story
All lots and/or packages are sent by registered mail and insured, with a tracking code from Belgium.
Translated by Google TranslateMuseum-quality Egg of the Elephant Bird (Aepyornis maximus)
This concerns an exceptional and extremely rare subfossil egg from the extinct giant bird Aepyornis maximus (Elephant Bird) from Madagascar. The elephant bird was the largest bird to have ever roamed the Earth. This gigantic egg is a true centerpiece for high-end collectors and curiosities cabinets.
• Material: Fossil eggshell (Subfossil)
• Dimensions: 30 cm x 21 cm.
• Geological period: Quaternary (Holocene, approx. 1,000 - 5,000 years old)
• Condition: [Choose one option: 100% intact and fully original with natural patina / Professionally reconstructed from original eggshells]
• Weight: [ENTER WEIGHT HERE, E.G.: 1.45] kg
• Shipping method: The egg is packaged with utmost breakage protection and shock resistance in a custom-made, well-padded crate. Worldwide shipping via a premium courier service with maximum transport insurance and Track & Trace.
Seller's Story
All lots and/or packages are sent by registered mail and insured, with a tracking code from Belgium.
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Era
Before 1400
Culture
Not applicable
Specimen
egg
Century/timeframe
Holoceen
Scientific name
Aepyornis maximus
Acquired from
Private collection
Number of objects
1
Year acquired
2023
Country of origin
Madagascar
Country acquired from
Netherlands
CITES relevancy
Non-CITES species
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
2023
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Fair condition
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Year
1600
Weight
2 kg
Depth
30 cm
Height
21 cm
Width
0.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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