Ground Sloth Claw. Paramylodon harlani. Pleistocene. Florida, USA. ... (Total: 2 Items)

Description

Ground Sloth Claw
Paramylodon harlani
Pleistocene
Florida, USA

This outstanding Ground Sloth Claw is presented on a custom metal stand and features two associated toe bones. The trio are 'fused' together in unison with the tip of the manus claw curved in intimidating fashion. The brownish-black offering is solid with a dull luster and sublime texture. The tip is not sharp, but the example is rather complete and certainly function in life to protect and feed this gigantic beast. Famous 'fossil hunter' Vito Bertucci discovered this special representation that is an ideal display piece.
Overall Measurements: 5.51 x 2.56 x 8.27 inches (14.00 x 6.50 x 24.13 cm)

Provenance: The Property from an East Coast Collection
Bonhams, San Francisco, May 31, 1998 (lot 7224)

[Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]

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