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Museumkwaliteit  – Uitstekend behoud van samengestelde ogen - Fossiel rugschild - Moroccops sp
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Museumkwaliteit – Uitstekend behoud van samengestelde ogen - Fossiel rugschild - Moroccops sp

Exceptional trilobite preserved on its original matrix, displaying remarkable preparation quality and outstanding aesthetic appeal. **Moroccops sp** Pragian, Lower Devonian (ca. 410 million years ago) Assa Area, Morocco This specimen stands out for its extraordinary state of preservation, particularly in the cephalon and visual organs. The compound eyes are exquisitely preserved, allowing observation of the original anatomical structure in exceptional detail. Trilobites possessed one of the most sophisticated visual systems of the Paleozoic Era. Their compound eyes were composed of numerous individual lenses arranged in a highly organized three-dimensional structure, providing true stereoscopic vision and excellent depth perception. This advanced visual capability allowed them to accurately detect movement, estimate distances, and navigate complex marine environments. In this specimen, the eyes retain their fine morphological details, with the individual visual facets clearly discernible. The preservation quality offers a rare opportunity to appreciate the intricate architecture of the trilobite visual apparatus, a feature seldom encountered on the market at this level of definition. The cephalon is beautifully ornamented with fine granulation, further enhancing the overall quality and collectability of the fossil. Matrix dimensions: 13 x 10 cm As is common with Moroccan trilobites, the specimen has been professionally stabilized and glued. An outstanding display piece, combining scientific interest, rarity, and exceptional visual impact. Display stand included.

Nr. 105431237

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Museumkwaliteit  – Uitstekend behoud van samengestelde ogen - Fossiel rugschild - Moroccops sp

Museumkwaliteit – Uitstekend behoud van samengestelde ogen - Fossiel rugschild - Moroccops sp

Exceptional trilobite preserved on its original matrix, displaying remarkable preparation quality and outstanding aesthetic appeal.

**Moroccops sp**
Pragian, Lower Devonian (ca. 410 million years ago)

Assa Area, Morocco

This specimen stands out for its extraordinary state of preservation, particularly in the cephalon and visual organs.

The compound eyes are exquisitely preserved, allowing observation of the original anatomical structure in exceptional detail.

Trilobites possessed one of the most sophisticated visual systems of the Paleozoic Era. Their compound eyes were composed of numerous individual lenses arranged in a highly organized three-dimensional structure, providing true stereoscopic vision and excellent depth perception.

This advanced visual capability allowed them to accurately detect movement, estimate distances, and navigate complex marine environments.

In this specimen, the eyes retain their fine morphological details, with the individual visual facets clearly discernible.
The preservation quality offers a rare opportunity to appreciate the intricate architecture of the trilobite visual apparatus, a feature seldom encountered on the market at this level of definition.

The cephalon is beautifully ornamented with fine granulation, further enhancing the overall quality and collectability of the fossil.

Matrix dimensions: 13 x 10 cm

As is common with Moroccan trilobites, the specimen has been professionally stabilized and glued.

An outstanding display piece, combining scientific interest, rarity, and exceptional visual impact.

Display stand included.

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Sullivan Halipré
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Geschatte waarde  € 260 - € 290

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