No. 96171428

Turtle - Fossilised animal - Fossil Land Tortoise Shell fossil– possible Protestudo Hipparion - Exceptional Testudine Specimen - 15 cm - 11 cm
No. 96171428

Turtle - Fossilised animal - Fossil Land Tortoise Shell fossil– possible Protestudo Hipparion - Exceptional Testudine Specimen - 15 cm - 11 cm
Fossil Land Tortoise Shell fossil– Exceptional Testudine Specimen
This is an impressive and well-preserved fossilized land tortoise carapace, collected from the fossil-rich region of Gansu Province, China. The specimen displays remarkable surface detail, including visible scute patterns and natural growth rings, offering strong anatomical and visual value.
The shell has been carefully prepared and professionally stabilized, retaining its natural shape with minimal distortion. Its size, clarity, and completeness make it ideal for both private collectors and educational display.
Key Information
Type: Fossilized Land Tortoise Shell
Geological Age: Miocene
Locality: Gansu Province, China
Preservation: Excellent surface structure with clear growth morphology
Restoration: Minimal restoration; original material well preserved
Dimensions: 15*11*9 cm
This piece is ideal for:
Natural history collectors
Educational and museum exhibitions
Paleo-herpetology reference collections
Fossil enthusiasts seeking high-display-value vertebrate specimens
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