No. 107339078

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博物館品質 - 原マトリックス上の3体の三葉虫が自然に共存する様子 - 化石甲羅 - Two Cornuproetus and One Ventrally Prepared Austerops
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博物館品質 - 原マトリックス上の3体の三葉虫が自然に共存する様子 - 化石甲羅 - Two Cornuproetus and One Ventrally Prepared Austerops

An exceptional natural association of three trilobites preserved on their original rock matrix, professionally prepared and mounted on a custom metal display stand. This authentic fossil slab contains: Two Cornuproetus specimens preserved in natural association. One Austerops, expertly prepared from the ventral side, revealing anatomical features rarely displayed in conventional preparations. This is not a reconstructed or assembled specimen. All three trilobites are naturally preserved together on the original matrix, making this an outstanding and highly collectible fossil. The larger Cornuproetus exhibits exceptional three-dimensional preservation, with finely detailed compound eyes, glabella, thoracic segments, pygidium, and long genal spines. The ventrally prepared Austerops offers an unusual and highly desirable perspective, highlighting features seldom seen in trilobite specimens and adding significant scientific and display value. Specifications Natural association of three trilobites Species: Two Cornuproetus and one ventrally prepared Austerops Age: Devonian (approximately 390 million years old) Origin: Morocco Slab is 15 x 10 cm Professionally prepared Metal display stand included Condition Excellent preservation with outstanding three-dimensional detail. The fossils remain naturally associated on the original matrix, and the rare ventral preparation of the Austerops makes this an especially distinctive display specimen for collectors and museums alike. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. The specimen will be carefully packed to ensure safe worldwide shipping. An outstanding display piece, combining scientific interest, rarity, and exceptional visual impact.

No. 107339078

No longer available
博物館品質 - 原マトリックス上の3体の三葉虫が自然に共存する様子 - 化石甲羅 - Two Cornuproetus and One Ventrally Prepared Austerops

博物館品質 - 原マトリックス上の3体の三葉虫が自然に共存する様子 - 化石甲羅 - Two Cornuproetus and One Ventrally Prepared Austerops

An exceptional natural association of three trilobites preserved on their original rock matrix, professionally prepared and mounted on a custom metal display stand.

This authentic fossil slab contains:

Two Cornuproetus specimens preserved in natural association.
One Austerops, expertly prepared from the ventral side, revealing anatomical features rarely displayed in conventional preparations.

This is not a reconstructed or assembled specimen.
All three trilobites are naturally preserved together on the original matrix, making this an outstanding and highly collectible fossil.

The larger Cornuproetus exhibits exceptional three-dimensional preservation, with finely detailed compound eyes, glabella, thoracic segments, pygidium, and long genal spines. The ventrally prepared Austerops offers an unusual and highly desirable perspective, highlighting features seldom seen in trilobite specimens and adding significant scientific and display value.

Specifications
Natural association of three trilobites
Species: Two Cornuproetus and one ventrally prepared Austerops
Age: Devonian (approximately 390 million years old)
Origin: Morocco
Slab is 15 x 10 cm
Professionally prepared
Metal display stand included
Condition

Excellent preservation with outstanding three-dimensional detail. The fossils remain naturally associated on the original matrix, and the rare ventral preparation of the Austerops makes this an especially distinctive display specimen for collectors and museums alike.

Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

The specimen will be carefully packed to ensure safe worldwide shipping.
An outstanding display piece, combining scientific interest, rarity, and exceptional visual impact.

Bidding closed
Sullivan Halipré
Expert
Estimate € 600 - € 750

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