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An Ultra Rare, Extra Large Pappocetus lugardi (Andrews, 1920) jaw section with 3 complete molars from Morocco. Pappocetus was in the Protocetidae family of ancient whales. Note – the molars demonstrate how massive Pappocetus teeth compared to the later primitive whales!  The root thickness doubles on one side and the crown gains depth as well. This material is a new find and represents one of the earliest transition forms of the whale. Pappocetus is a protocetid (see discussion below) and a large amphibious aquatic carnivore. Pappocetus is also an ancestor of the Basilosaurus.. This material is complete and without repair. Crack fill only on some pieces. This is an opportunity to own an incredibly rare specimen from an early evolutionary stage of the modern whale. A fantastic collector's specimen. Authenticity guaranteed.

M2103          Size: 3-3/4"  (W - straight line)  (3-1/2" height)

Mid. Eocene (Bartonian) age  (40 MYA)

Gueran, (25 km SE of Boujdour), Boujdour Basin

West Sahara, Morocco

An EXTRA LARGE pyrite replaced Paraspirifer bownockeri brachiopod from the Silica Shale Fm., Sylvania, Ohio. Both valves present  - complete specimen and matrix free. More than 1-1/4"+ thick and heavy! This is a Devonian (395 mya) brachiopod. The big Silica Fm. brachiopod. A fantastic display specimen!

Y001 BoP2         SIZE: 2-1/16"  (largest)

A LARGE, Rare Basilosaurus isis premolar tooth from Morocco. Basilosaurus was in the Basilosauridae family of early whales. An August Fossil of the Month. Note - this tooth is a molar with no wear and a complete root. This material is a new find and represents an early transition form of the whale which was a fully aquatic carnivore. Note - the very tip of four side cusps were professionally restored in the US. This is an opportunity to own an incredibly rare specimen from an early evolutionary stage of the modern whale. A fantastic collector's specimen. Authenticity guaranteed. A special tooth!

M2111          Size: 5-1/16"  (straight line)  

Late Eocene (Bartonian) age  (36 MYA)

Boujdour Basin, West Sahara, Morocco

Note - adding six early whale teeth in August 2023.   Link to the early whales.

An extra large, expert prepared Hollardops mesocristata trilobite. The preparation is German or German directed with all original colors and no restoration. Excellent preservation and condition. Incredible detail in the compound eyes. A Middle Devonian (380 mya) from the Djebel Issoumour area, Atlas Mts., Morocco. An extra large, top quality specimen. Authenticity guaranteed. Museum quality.

XM34      Size: 2-5/8"  (1-5/8" W)

Note - More than 20 high quality Devonian age Moroccan trilobite species for sale. Authenticity guaranteed.  -->  Link to Moroccan Trilobites

A "Flying" Cyphaspis tafilaltense trilobite. A great "Flying" specimen on a matrix pedestal with the long spines that are free standing. The preparation is German directed with all original colors and no restoration. Great natural black shell with excellent luster. An ornate design with three long spines! A Middle Devonian (380 mya) trilobite from Djebel Issoumour area, Atlas Mts., Morocco. Authenticity guaranteed.

XM26        Size: 1-1/2"

Adding 11 quality Morocaan trilobites in October 2021.      Link to Moroccan trilobites.

A rare, beautifully prepared Parahomanolotus planus trilobite. The preparation is German with all original colors and no restoration. Great natural black shell with excellent luster. Large size. This trilobite has a very unusual design. A Lower Devonian (395 mya) trilobite from Oufaten area, Atlas Mts., Morocco. Authenticity guaranteed. Museum Quality. You do not see this species very often.  Note - This specimen weighs 1.3 lbs. A shipping surcharge will apply to international orders.

XM10          Size: 2-7/8"

Note - Adding 10 new Trilobites in November 2020.    -->    Link to Moroccan Trilobites

A beautifully prepared, rare Cyphaspis tafilaltense trilobite. The preparation is German directed with all original colors and no restoration. Great natural black shell with excellent luster. An ornate design with three long spines! A Middle Devonian (395 mya) trilobite from Djebel Issoumour area, Atlas Mts., Morocco. Authenticity guaranteed.

XM02        Size: 1-1/2"

Note - Adding 10 new Trilobites in November 2020.    -->    Link to Moroccan Trilobites

A well prepared Coltraneia oufatenensis trilobite from Morocco. The preparation is German with all original colors and no restoration. An exceptional natural dark brown & black shell with excellent luster. The compound eyes detail is exceptional. Large size. A Middle Devonian (380 mya - Hamar Laghdad Fm.) trilobite from Oufaten area, Atlas Mts., Morocco. Authenticity guaranteed. Note - specimen wights 1.3 lbs. International orders will require supplemental postage. Please inquire.

XM18          Size: 2-3/8"   (1-3/8" wide)

An incredible whole polished Cleoniceras ammonite showing the intricate external chamber structure. A gorgeous Cretaceous ammonite from Madagascar. Authenticity guaranteed. A great gift item.

X208       Size: 3-1/4"

Note - Adding 20 Madagascar ammonites in April 2023  -->   Link to Madagascar ammonites

An incredible whole polished Cleoniceras ammonite showing the intricate external chamber structure. A gorgeous Cretaceous ammonite from Madagascar. Authenticity guaranteed. A great gift item.

X207       Size: 3-3/4"

Note - Adding 20 Madagascar ammonites in April 2023  -->   Link to Madagascar ammonites

A fantastic group of four, large well preserved Jurassic brachiopods on matrix from Poix-Terron, France. All fully inflated and complete. Largest specimens are 1-1/4". An excellent collector's piece. This is a Middle Jurassic (Bathonian -165 MMYA) brachiopod. Authenticity guaranteed. A fantastic display piece!

FR323          SIZE: 2-1/2" x 2"

The Ammonite Collection. A Top Quality Perisphinctes sp. ammonite from Sakaraha, Madagascar. This Jurassic ammonite shows intricate structure. Excellent preservation. Great color! Authenticity guaranteed. 

AM08        Specimen size: 2-5/8" x 2-1/4"    

Adding an 11 piece ammonite collection in November 2023.       Link to Other Ammonites.