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Fossilized Amphibian And Plant

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This extraordinary, museum quality piece includes a large fossil amphibian (Sclerocephalus haeuseri) alongside a fine example of the earliest conifer species (Walchia speciosa).

It’s extremely rare to have a plant and amphibian fossil preserved together. Moreover, the detailed preservation of the amphibian's bones and soft tissue is absolutely remarkable. Not only is this specimen outstanding from a scientific perspective, it is also beautiful. The amphibian and plant are perfectly balanced on the shale slab and fossilized in lifelike positions.

These salamander-like amphibians inhabited swamps in present-day southwest Germany, nearly 300 million years ago, before the appearance of the dinosaurs, and this particular 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 piece this exceptional 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
    29.5"L x 1"W x 33.25"H
  • OriginGermany

— Age: Lower Permian - 295 Million Years
— Location: Odenheim, Rheinland-Pflaz, Germany
— Fiberglassed Back
— Certificate Of Authenticity Included
— Amphibian Measures 26.5 Inches
— The Conifer Measures 22.5 Inches
— Stand Included
— Only Minor Restoration

Shipping Information
  • Shipping Availability
    Contiguous United States
  • Shipping Policy
    White Glove Delivery
  • White Glove Charges
    $349.00 first item / $349.00 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.
  • Ship In
    2-3 weeks
  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation

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