Comura Trilobite. Comura bultyncki. Middle Devonian. Morocco. ...

Description

Comura Trilobite
Comura bultyncki
Middle Devonian
Morocco

Expert preparation and extreme care in handling should go without saying when it comes to any super spiny trilobites from Morocco like this outstanding Comura specimen. The black prehistoric arthropod features unbelievable horn-curled spines, which "guard" all three lobes of this phenomenal bug. With extremely complex features, the prehistoric arthropod has a "face" that surely intimidated many foes. This is an exceptional spiny trilobite from Morocco and showcases an intensity few others could offer.
Overall Measurements: 5.32 x 4.88 x 2.49 inches (13.52 x 12.39 x 6.32 cm)

Provenance: Central Coast Collection

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

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