Fine Barrandian Conocoryphe Trilobite from the Czech Republic

Description: Amongst the first trilobites described by Barrande himself, was the Conocoryphe cirina (Barrande 1846). As a matter of fact Conocoryphes were one of the first trilobites recognized ever, dating back to 1772 by the early Czech scientist Born. Conocoryphe and Paradoxides are amongst the most easily recognized of Czech classic trilobites. This is an excellent example of this blind and uncommon species.

There are more that 1300 described species of Barrandian trilobites. An amazing statistic when you consider the area collected is only a few hundred square miles. Bohemia is the historical name given to the area of central Czech Republic where these species are found. Barrandian trilobites refer to the trilobite fauna found here. The term comes from the seminal work done by the J. Barrnade (1799-1883) who spent over half his life describing these trilobites and helping establish the science of paleontology. He himself described over 300 species. Bohemian trilobites are found in the Middle, and Upper Cambrian, Ordovician, Silurian and Devonian Periods. They have been studied and collected since the mid 1700's. Their quality of preservation, variety and scientific importance has made them most collectable ever since.