Authentic fossilized Cyclerion sp. crustacean in matrix, 1.3 cm length, 150.8–152 million years old, Jurassic, Germany

Authentic crustacean specimen Cyclion sp. fossilized from Germany, approximately 150.8 – 152 million years old, in natural matrix. Comes with a plastic display stand included. A very old fossil of a crustacean contemporary with dinosaurs, extracted from the famous Solnhofen limestone quarry in Germany, where the famous Archaeopteryx! A gorgeous decorative object with a rich history behind it!

Due to the age of the specimen and local extraction methods, the specimen may have imperfections and repaired areas (glued sections) which are completely normal and inevitable, but overall it remains in good condition. The crustacean is not restored or colorized; it is in its natural state, just as it was found, with only potential repairs (glued sections) to the matrix! We invite you to carefully study the product photos to identify the natural imperfections and any repairs on the specimen.

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Specimen: authentic fossilized crustacean Cyclion sp. in natural matrix

Age: approximately 150.8–152 million years old, Jurassic period

Crustacean dimensions: approximately 1.3 cm length (Please take a look at the photo where the specimen is placed next to the ruler/in the hand to get an idea of its size)

Matrix dimensions: approximately 9.5 cm length on the long side

Country of origin: Solnhofen, Eichstatt, Germany

The product consists of a single crustacean authentic fossilized Cyclion sp. in natural matrix, the one in the pictures above, and comes with a plastic stand for display and a brochure containing specific geological and paleontological information.