Fossilized Amphibian
Product Description
This impressive fossil amphibian (Sclerocephalus haeuseri) exhibits detailed preservation of bones and soft tissue and measures over 2 feet in length. From a scientific and aesthetic standpoint, it's an exceptional vertebrate fossil.
Sclerocephalus was a salamander-like amphibian that inhabited swamps in present-day Southwest Germany, nearly 300 million years ago, before the appearance of the dinosaurs. This specimen comes from an old collection and is an investment fossil. The quarry near Pfalz, Germany where this piece was collected has been closed for more than 20 years. A superior quality specimen like this is positioned to retain value, or even appreciate.
Although Sclerocephalus resembles modern day salamanders, it is not closely related. In fact, it is classified in a separate order of amphibians, the Temnospondyli.
Product Details
- Measurements
33.25"L x 1"W x 29.5"H
- OriginGermany
— Age: Lower Permian - 295 Million Years
— Location: Odenheim, Rheinland-Pflaz, Germany
— 26.5 Inches
— Fiberglass Back
— Stand Included
— Minor Restoration
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityContiguous United States
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Shipping PolicyWhite Glove Delivery
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White Glove Charges$299.00 first item / $299.00 each additional ?White glove service includes delivery into the room of choice with removal of packaging. White glove service does NOT include assembly IF the item requires it.
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Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation