Dramatic Hoplolichoides Lichid Russian Ordovician Trilobite

Description: A well-inflated example of a dramatic member of the Lichida, this is Hoplolichoides conicotuberculatus. The golden Calcite exoskeleton is complemented by the white limestone matrix, and much time has been spent preparing the genal and axial spines in a freestanding mode with the many conical tubercules evident.. The spines most likely served a defensive purpose, offering a spiky mouthful for any would-be predator. The lichids are highly-prized trilobites, with this example reasonably priced considering the quality.

Also see: Russian Trilobites