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Ceraurus pleurexanthemus Age: Upper Ordovician Formation: Rust Formation, Trenton Group Location: Walcott-Rust Quarry, Trenton Falls, New York Size: Trilobite is 1.4 inches long This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
This is a fabulous example of a classic US trilobite. It is a killer Ceraurus pleurexanthemus from the famous Walcott-Rust Quarry (WRQ) near Trenton Falls, New York. This is one of the original trilobites that Charles D. Walcott and James Hall made famous a century ago! This specimen is complete, with both free cheeks and both tailspines intact. The trilobite is extremely inflated and 3-D, and has great detail preserved, showcasing the pustulated, thick shell exoskeleton beautifully. The bug is very well articulated and is beautifully showcased on the large limestone block along with a complete baby Ceraurus. Anyone who knows anything about the history of US trilobites knows how collectible a trilobite from this locality is - it is an important piece of history. It is a very collectible example of a classic Ceraurus pleurexanthemus trilobite from New York State.