巨大陸ガメ - 化石卵 - Aldabrachelys abrupta - 5.7 cm - 5.7 cm

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Fossil egg of Aldabrachelys abrupta, the Giant Tortoise from Madagascar, dating to the Quaternary, Pleistocene; natural condition, original authenticity, weight 25 g and dimensions 5.7 cm in height, width and depth.

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珍しく稀少な標本として、完全に保存されたこの化石の卵は、かつて Aldabrachelys abrupta に属していた巨大カメがマダガスカルを闊歩していた時代のものです。島の南部にある化石の巣の中で発見され、第四紀に遡る時代のものでありながら、驚くほど良好な状態を保っています。卵は元の球形を保ち、砂色がかったベージュの色調が繊細な表面構造と微妙な自然風化のパターンを際立たせます。元の基体の小さな痕跡がまだ見え、信頼性と地質的文脈をさらに高めています。

この品はマダガスカルの失われた巨大動物の真の遺物を体現しており、科学的価値と強い視覚的魅力を両立しています。貴重なコレクターズアイテムとしての役割を超え、自然史の触れられる断片としても機能します。美術館や機関、あるいは真にユニークな標本の保存を求める私的コレクションに最適です。

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Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas. It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures. About Latiaxis S.r.l. Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.

珍しく稀少な標本として、完全に保存されたこの化石の卵は、かつて Aldabrachelys abrupta に属していた巨大カメがマダガスカルを闊歩していた時代のものです。島の南部にある化石の巣の中で発見され、第四紀に遡る時代のものでありながら、驚くほど良好な状態を保っています。卵は元の球形を保ち、砂色がかったベージュの色調が繊細な表面構造と微妙な自然風化のパターンを際立たせます。元の基体の小さな痕跡がまだ見え、信頼性と地質的文脈をさらに高めています。

この品はマダガスカルの失われた巨大動物の真の遺物を体現しており、科学的価値と強い視覚的魅力を両立しています。貴重なコレクターズアイテムとしての役割を超え、自然史の触れられる断片としても機能します。美術館や機関、あるいは真にユニークな標本の保存を求める私的コレクションに最適です。

Seller's Story

Shipping Restrictions and Right to Cancel the Sale We reserve the right to cancel a sale if the purchased item cannot be legally exported, imported, or shipped to the destination country. This includes, but is not limited to, items subject to regulatory restrictions (such as materials protected under CITES), customs limitations, local prohibitions, or logistical constraints related to the weight, size, or nature of the parcel when carriers do not accept shipments to specific geographic areas. It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify any applicable restrictions in their country before placing a bid. Should shipping prove impossible for legal or operational reasons beyond our control, the order will be cancelled and any payment made will be refunded in accordance with the platform’s procedures. About Latiaxis S.r.l. Latiaxis was founded in Italy by Bruno Briano and family, combining over 40 years of passion and expertise in natural and ethnographic science collections. The diverse offerings include decorative shells, natural stones, museum-grade fossils, taxidermy, and tropical corals to serve a wide audience, from museums and private collectors to enthusiasts and interior designers. Our services extend beyond sales, providing consulting, evaluation, and tailored delivery, all while adhering to international trade laws for endangered species. We are fully licensed and authorized to source and offer all the specimens in our collection and for protected species, we strictly comply with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). CITES is an international agreement between governments, designed to ensure that trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival. By adhering to these stringent regulations, especially within European countries, we demonstrate our commitment to sustainability and ethical practices, ensuring the responsible sourcing and sale of all items. This dedication provides our clients with the assurance that they are acquiring specimens through legal, environmentally conscious, and trustworthy channels.

Details

標本
Giant Tortoise
学名
Aldabrachelys abrupta
原産国
Madagascar
地質年代
Quaternary, Pleistocene (2.58 - 0.0117 million years)
コンディション
Natural
重量
25 g
高さ
5.7 cm
5.7 cm
奥行き
5.7 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
イタリアVerified
11629
Objects sold
100%
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