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Ceraurus pleurexanthemus Age: Upper Ordovician Formation: Rust Limestone, Denley Formation, Trenton Group Location: Walcott-Rust Quarry, Trenton Falls, New York Size: Trilobite is about 1 inch long This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
This is a beautifull plate of Ordovician fossils. There are two true Ceraurus pleurexanthemus and two different bryozoa on the plate. This nice association fossil is from the famous Walcott-Rust Quarry (WRQ) near Trenton Falls, New York. Ceraurus pleurexanthemus is one of the original trilobites that Charles Walcott and James Hall made famous a century ago! The trilobites are complete, with both free cheeks and eyes intact. The trilobites have great detail preserved, showcasing the pustulated, thick shell exoskeleton beautifully. The bugs are very well articulated and are very well displayed on the large limestone plate that also has at least two different bryozoans preserved. Anyone who knows anything about the history of US trilobites knows how important a trilobite from this locality is - it is a piece of history. This is a very displayable example of classic Ceraurus pleurexanthemus trilobites from New York State.
This fossil was collected and obtained legally, and is also being sold legally.