Cretaceous Era Fossil - Eurypholis SOLD 6.02" Mortality Plate - Sannine Formation
93 million years ago, prehistoric sea creatures swam in the coastal waters of what is now the Sannine Formation. This limestone deposit in northern Lebanon is a treasure trove of fossil specimens that paleontologists are learning more about each day.
This specimen is a 6.02" showcase Eurypholis mortality plate fossil. Eurypholis was a genus of ray-finned fish with a short snout and protected by scutes along its midsection between the head and dorsal fin. The clustering of other fish here suggests a mass die-off occurred before fossilization.
The fossil is estimated to be over 98 million years old and includes a pair of black metal stands and a certificate of authenticity.
93 million years ago, prehistoric sea creatures swam in the coastal waters of what is now the Sannine Formation. This limestone deposit in northern Lebanon is a treasure trove of fossil specimens that paleontologists are learning more about each day.
This specimen is a 6.02" showcase Eurypholis mortality plate fossil. Eurypholis was a genus of ray-finned fish with a short snout and protected by scutes along its midsection between the head and dorsal fin. The clustering of other fish here suggests a mass die-off occurred before fossilization.
The fossil is estimated to be over 98 million years old and includes a pair of black metal stands and a certificate of authenticity.
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93 million years ago, prehistoric sea creatures swam in the coastal waters of what is now the Sannine Formation. This limestone deposit in northern Lebanon is a treasure trove of fossil specimens that paleontologists are learning more about each day.
This specimen is a 6.02" showcase Eurypholis mortality plate fossil. Eurypholis was a genus of ray-finned fish with a short snout and protected by scutes along its midsection between the head and dorsal fin. The clustering of other fish here suggests a mass die-off occurred before fossilization.
The fossil is estimated to be over 98 million years old and includes a pair of black metal stands and a certificate of authenticity.
