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Hollardops mesocristata Age: Devonian Formation: AM Limestone Location: Morocco Size: Trilobite is 2.5 inches long This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
This is a well-prepared trilobite fossil. It is a beautifully sculpted specimen of Hollardops mesocristata from the Devonian of Morocco. This fine specimen was meticulously prepared under a microscope in the EXTINCTIONS Prep Lab here in Colorado. The trilobite is very 3-D and extremely inflated. The wonderfully articulated bug is superbly preserved and exhibits excellent detail. The crescent-shaped compound eyes are beautifully displayed and practically flawless. The black and orange trilobite contrasts extremely well with the light-colored, sculpted limestone. But wait, there's more! The pygidium (tail) of this critter has been prepared from BOTH SIDES - the back side of the tail spines have also been prepared! The tailspines are free-standing and only have the thin SHELL intact - there is no rock to obscure their features! The delicate preparation needed to preform this miracle is simply amazing. This is easily one of the most displayable examples of Hollardops we have ever prepared.