Fossil Crinoid Group. taxocrinus colletti & unidentified sp.. Mississippian. Edwardsville Formation. Montgomer...

Description

Fossil Crinoid Group
taxocrinus colletti & unidentified sp.
Mississippian
Edwardsville Formation
Montgomery County, Indiana, USA
3.95 x 2.55 x 0.70 inches (10.03 x 6.48 x 1.79 cm)

This well-preserved Crinoid plate from the Edwardsville Formation of Montgomery County, Indiana, presents multiple specimens including Taxocrinus colletti and an additional unidentified species. Several crowns and stems are displayed in fine relief, with graceful arms and segmented columns extending naturally across the Limestone surface. The arrangement of the fossils creates a dynamic, almost flowing composition that enhances the visual appeal of the slab. Subtle coloration within the matrix highlights the delicate structures and fine detail for which Indiana Crinoids are known. This attractive multi-specimen piece offers both scientific interest and aesthetic balance, making it an excellent example from the Mississippian ocean.

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