Comura bultyncki
Trilobites Order Phacopida, Family Acastidae
Geological Time: Lower Devonian, Upper Emsian Age
Size: Trilobites is 58 mm long (curve measure) by 35 mm wide (including spines) on a 75 mm by 90 mm matrix
Fossil Site: Tazoulait Formation, Jebel Ofaten, Morocco
Code: 18030
Price: Sold
 Description:
Elegant specimen of an unusual trilobite termed “sail-spined”
by some due to the dramatic row of axial spines found in this species.
These spines were a good defense against the fish of their day, affording
quite a mouthful for any predator with the temerity to attack. With
the advent of a reliable source of electricity in Morocco, the quality
of preparation has improved dramatically over the past few years.
This one took a great deal of effort to prepare the many, many spines
free of matrix, a task that took some FIFTY hours to complete.
The matrix is quite hard, necessitating a steady hand and a good microscope
to expose the eye-catching specimen seen here. This specimen is truly
stunning when viewed from any aspect, and is destined to become the
cornerstone of any collection, public or private. |
