No. 98844992

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Exceedingly rare complete skeleton of Pterosaurus, not dinosaur - Fossil skeleton
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€ 9,000
4 weeks ago

Exceedingly rare complete skeleton of Pterosaurus, not dinosaur - Fossil skeleton

This is a genuine pterosaurus fossil skeleton (Darwinopterus modularis). The pterosaur has retained excellent bone details, and having sharp teeth. Be amazed by its sharp hand and foot claws. The size of this pterosaur is quite large, measures around 50cm from the snout tip to the end of its tail. Cracks on slab are professionally rejoined and restored, while very minor touch up on the bones where the cracks go through, otherwise; there is NO restoration to the skeleton. Our professional fossil preparation specialist has reinforced the slab at the back, to ensure that this specimen can endure long term display at home or museum. This is a museum quality specimen for museum or serious fossil collectors. A once in a life time, not to be missed specimen. Slab size: 47cm (lenght) x 41cm (width) x 2cm (thickness) Will communicate with the winner before shipout by courier service. Parcel will be packed carefully and safely to maximize the protection. Insurance at buyer’s additional cost; otherwise the parcel will NOT be insured. DUE TO THE HIGH IMPORT TARIFF IN USA, WILL NOT SHIP TO USA.

No. 98844992

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Exceedingly rare complete skeleton of Pterosaurus, not dinosaur - Fossil skeleton

Exceedingly rare complete skeleton of Pterosaurus, not dinosaur - Fossil skeleton

This is a genuine pterosaurus fossil skeleton (Darwinopterus modularis). The pterosaur has retained excellent bone details, and having sharp teeth. Be amazed by its sharp hand and foot claws. The size of this pterosaur is quite large, measures around 50cm from the snout tip to the end of its tail.

Cracks on slab are professionally rejoined and restored, while very minor touch up on the bones where the cracks go through, otherwise; there is NO restoration to the skeleton. Our professional fossil preparation specialist has reinforced the slab at the back, to ensure that this specimen can endure long term display at home or museum.

This is a museum quality specimen for museum or serious fossil collectors. A once in a life time, not to be missed specimen.

Slab size: 47cm (lenght) x 41cm (width) x 2cm (thickness)

Will communicate with the winner before shipout by courier service. Parcel will be packed carefully and safely to maximize the protection. Insurance at buyer’s additional cost; otherwise the parcel will NOT be insured.
DUE TO THE HIGH IMPORT TARIFF IN USA, WILL NOT SHIP TO USA.

Final bid
€ 9,000
Manuel Quiring
Expert
Estimate  € 17,000 - € 20,000

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