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Authentic fossilized coral specimen Cyclolites elliptica, approximately 90 million years old, in a plastic box. A perfect gift for paleontology enthusiasts!
Due to its age, the specimen may have imperfections and repaired areas (glued sections) that are perfectly normal and inevitable for such an old fossil, but it is, overall, in good condition. We invite you to carefully study the product photos to identify the natural imperfections and any possible repairs to the specimen.
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Specimen: authentic fossilized coral Cyclolites elliptica
Age: about 90 million years ago, Cretaceous period
Dimensions: approximately 3.7 cm large diameter (Please take a look at the photo in which the specimen is placed next to the ruler/in the hand to give you an idea of its size)
Country of origin: Ait Hani, Morocco
The product consists of a single authentic fossilized coral specimen Cyclolites elliptica, in a plastic box – the one in the pictures above. The product comes with a brochure containing specific geological and paleontological information.
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Corals are marine invertebrates that live in compact colonies made up of many polyps connected by calcareous channels. After the polyps die, another calcareous skeleton is added to the old one, a process that leads to the formation of coral reefs – some of the most important marine ecosystems.
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