Mosasaur - Fossil skeleton - Platecarpus - 3.5 m
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A professionally restored Platecarpus mosasaur skeleton from Morocco, dating to the Late Cretaceous and preserved with natural articulation for a dramatic 3.5 metre display.
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This exceptional skeleton of Mosasaurus Platecarpus is a notable specimen from the Late Cretaceous period and offers a glimpse into the ancient marine world.
*Platecarpus probably fed on fish, squid, and ammonites. Like other mosasaurs, it was initially thought to have swam similarly to an eel, although a recent study suggests it swam more like modern sharks.
Material: Fossilized bones of the mosasaur Platecarpus.
Dimensions: 3.50m.
*Geological period/age: Cretaceous, 19th century
Approximately 70 to 66 million years ago.
*Condition: Professionally restored and
Meticulously prepared. The bones are well preserved and display a natural joint, ensuring that the skeleton retains its authentic appearance.
*Shipping Method: Insured and registered shipping with tracking number.
*This specimen is perfect for museum display or as a unique collector's item due to its remarkable size and historical significance.
Seller's Story
Enjoy a true journey through natural history with our top-quality products. We offer the most fearsome and predatory species of their time, such as Mosasaurus and Plesiosaurus skeletons and skulls, as well as shark teeth and other fish. Our fossils are ideal for private collections or museums.
Translated by Google TranslateThis exceptional skeleton of Mosasaurus Platecarpus is a notable specimen from the Late Cretaceous period and offers a glimpse into the ancient marine world.
*Platecarpus probably fed on fish, squid, and ammonites. Like other mosasaurs, it was initially thought to have swam similarly to an eel, although a recent study suggests it swam more like modern sharks.
Material: Fossilized bones of the mosasaur Platecarpus.
Dimensions: 3.50m.
*Geological period/age: Cretaceous, 19th century
Approximately 70 to 66 million years ago.
*Condition: Professionally restored and
Meticulously prepared. The bones are well preserved and display a natural joint, ensuring that the skeleton retains its authentic appearance.
*Shipping Method: Insured and registered shipping with tracking number.
*This specimen is perfect for museum display or as a unique collector's item due to its remarkable size and historical significance.
Seller's Story
Enjoy a true journey through natural history with our top-quality products. We offer the most fearsome and predatory species of their time, such as Mosasaurus and Plesiosaurus skeletons and skulls, as well as shark teeth and other fish. Our fossils are ideal for private collections or museums.
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Number of items
1
Specimen
Mosasaur
Scientific name
Platecarpus
Country of Origin
Morocco
Geological Period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Conserved
Height
3.5 m
Depth
1.5 m
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
