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Isotelus maximus Age: Ordovician Formation: Arnheim Location: Near Cincinnati, Ohio Size: Trilobite is 2 inches long This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
This is a classic trilobite. It is an Isotelus maximus from Cincinnati, Ohio. This type of trilobite is the State Fossil of Ohio. This specimen is outstretched and nicely centered on the matrix block. The genal spines extend all the way to the pygidium. Also, there is a hypostoma (mouthplate) on the plate - this is natural and NOT added on. This is a fine example of the Ohio State Fossil.