Harpes cf perradiatus
Trilobites Order Harpetida, Family Harpetidae
Geological Time: Middle Devonian
Size (25.4 mm = 1 inch): Trilobite is 30 mm long by 21 mm wide (counting spines) on a 60 mm by 60 mm matrix
Fossil Site: Jorf, Morocco
Fossil Code: 15134
Price: Sold
 Description:
Colorful example of a member of the Order Harpetida, Family Harpetidae
with many fine details present. It comes from a new location known
as Jorf in Morocco, close to the site from which the polished goniatite
ammonites originate. The preservation of the exoskeleton takes
its rich rose color from minerals in the water that perfused it
post deposition. It is quite pleasing to the eye, and is nearly
prone. While it most closely resembles Harpes perradiatus in appearance,
material from Jorf still awaits definitive study.The matrix from
Jorf is often harder than that from some other sites, making preparation
more difficult. |
