DELICATE Freestanding Short - Spined Cyphaspis Moroccan Trilobite

Description: Unusual example of a member of the Order Proetida, Family Otarionidae with many fine details present. While most frequently known in the trade as “Otarion”, this one is actually a member of the genus Cyphaspis. The most diagnostic features of this taxon are the high stalked eyes, elongated spines, and granulose bulbous cephalon. This is yet another stunning example of a new preparation technique being attempted by my main supplier of quality Moroccan trilobites. Relocating to a facility which has a reliable supply of consistent electricity, they have just begun to turn out material NEVER BEFORE offered displayed in such dramatic fashion. This one has been prepared in such a way that matrix has been removed from beneath each spine along with much of the matrix base, forming a suitable pedestal to afford a most dramatic display specimen, a time-consuming, delicate task. You must agree that the end result was worth all the extra effort, making this a highly-desirable example of the perparator’s skill.