Rare Lower Cretaceous Psittacosaurus caudal vertebra with ribs. A stunning, completely natural - Fossil skeleton - Psittacosaurus mazongshensis Yu 1997 (No reserve price)
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Psittacosaurus mazongshensis Yu 1997; a rare Lower Cretaceous caudal vertebra with attached ribs from Psittacosaurus, preserved completely natural with no restoration, from Asia, 145–100.5 million years ago, treatment Conservado, condition Natural.
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This exceptional fossil features a caudal vertebra with attached ribs from Psittacosaurus, an early ceratopsid dinosaur that roamed the Earth during the Lower Cretaceous period over 100 million years ago.
The caudal vertebra, a key part of the dinosaur's tail, is beautifully preserved, complete with the ribs and neural spine extending from the vertebral column, showcasing the remarkable preservation of this ancient structure.
Notably, this specimen is completely natural, with no restored parts—every feature is preserved in its original form, offering an untouched and authentic glimpse into the distant past.
Psittacosaurus, famous for its parrot-like beak and agile bipedal stance, was one of the first ceratopsians to evolve.
This specimen provides an extraordinary opportunity to study the tail anatomy of a species that helped pave the way for later, more famous ceratopsians like Triceratops.
The attached ribs add a rare layer of anatomical detail, allowing for a deeper understanding of the creature’s muscular structure and tail functionality.
Complete or partially preserved caudal vertebrae with ribs from Psittacosaurus are highly sought after but incredibly rare, making this fossil an invaluable piece for any collector, paleontologist, or museum.
The preservation of all five vertebrae and ribs in such a well-preserved state, with no restoration.
This specimen represents more than just a piece of natural history; it is a connection to the distant past, a tangible reminder of the ancient ecosystems where these remarkable creatures once lived.
With its striking preservation, scientific significance, and completely natural condition, this fossil will undoubtedly be the centerpiece of any collection, making it a truly rare and valuable find.
Psittacosaurus Mazongshensis Yu 1997, from the Lower Xinminbao Formation of Ganzu Province, China.
Bones are 9 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm.
Nice display included.
Seller's Story
Don & Donna Fossils finally moved to Spain.
We are a Don & Donna Fossils, a couple united by the love of exploration, field research, professional preparation and museum display of fossils from all over the world.
This formula, combined with a desire to improve, makes us a winning team dedicated to our Fossil World.
Larisa is been passionate about fossils since was a child. Her strengths are perfectionism, perseverance and creativity, hence her ability to work and prepare these fossils as authentic, unique and aesthetic as possible. The pieces with which she is famous and which she boast the most are spiny ammonites.
I, Don, started fossil hunting in 1987, going from a passionate collector to a professional preparator and researcher. In all these years I have traveled searching for fossils in many parts of the world.
Our fossils are present in private collections in the United States, Singapore, Taiwan, as well as in prestigious museums in the Uk, China and Japan.
Quality in the preparation of the material and seriousness in managing the shipment in the best possible way distinguish us.
Don & Donna
This exceptional fossil features a caudal vertebra with attached ribs from Psittacosaurus, an early ceratopsid dinosaur that roamed the Earth during the Lower Cretaceous period over 100 million years ago.
The caudal vertebra, a key part of the dinosaur's tail, is beautifully preserved, complete with the ribs and neural spine extending from the vertebral column, showcasing the remarkable preservation of this ancient structure.
Notably, this specimen is completely natural, with no restored parts—every feature is preserved in its original form, offering an untouched and authentic glimpse into the distant past.
Psittacosaurus, famous for its parrot-like beak and agile bipedal stance, was one of the first ceratopsians to evolve.
This specimen provides an extraordinary opportunity to study the tail anatomy of a species that helped pave the way for later, more famous ceratopsians like Triceratops.
The attached ribs add a rare layer of anatomical detail, allowing for a deeper understanding of the creature’s muscular structure and tail functionality.
Complete or partially preserved caudal vertebrae with ribs from Psittacosaurus are highly sought after but incredibly rare, making this fossil an invaluable piece for any collector, paleontologist, or museum.
The preservation of all five vertebrae and ribs in such a well-preserved state, with no restoration.
This specimen represents more than just a piece of natural history; it is a connection to the distant past, a tangible reminder of the ancient ecosystems where these remarkable creatures once lived.
With its striking preservation, scientific significance, and completely natural condition, this fossil will undoubtedly be the centerpiece of any collection, making it a truly rare and valuable find.
Psittacosaurus Mazongshensis Yu 1997, from the Lower Xinminbao Formation of Ganzu Province, China.
Bones are 9 x 3.5 x 3.5 cm.
Nice display included.
Seller's Story
Don & Donna Fossils finally moved to Spain.
We are a Don & Donna Fossils, a couple united by the love of exploration, field research, professional preparation and museum display of fossils from all over the world.
This formula, combined with a desire to improve, makes us a winning team dedicated to our Fossil World.
Larisa is been passionate about fossils since was a child. Her strengths are perfectionism, perseverance and creativity, hence her ability to work and prepare these fossils as authentic, unique and aesthetic as possible. The pieces with which she is famous and which she boast the most are spiny ammonites.
I, Don, started fossil hunting in 1987, going from a passionate collector to a professional preparator and researcher. In all these years I have traveled searching for fossils in many parts of the world.
Our fossils are present in private collections in the United States, Singapore, Taiwan, as well as in prestigious museums in the Uk, China and Japan.
Quality in the preparation of the material and seriousness in managing the shipment in the best possible way distinguish us.
Don & Donna
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Specimen
Rare Lower Cretaceous Psittacosaurus caudal vertebra with ribs. A stunning, completely natural
Scientific name
Psittacosaurus mazongshensis Yu 1997
Country of Origin
Asia
Geological Period
Cretaceous, Lower (145 - 100.5 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Conserved
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