Fossil Slab Containing Three Dapalis Macrurus Fish – Oligocene – Luberon
A sheet of laminated limestone featuring a natural assemblage of three fossil fish of the species Dapalis macrurus (formerly Serranus macrurus). The specimens are preserved in anatomical connection, with clear visibility of the vertebral column, ribs, fin rays, and cranial structures.
- Species: Dapalis macrurus
- Geological period: Lower Oligocene (Stampian / Rupelian, approximately 30 to 35 million years ago).
- Geographic origin: Apt-Forcalquier Basin, Céreste/Luberon area (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France).
- Plate dimensions: 34 x 44.5 cm.
- Specimen dimensions: 20 cm (main specimen), 12.5 cm (second specimen), and 6 cm (third specimen superimposed).
- Condition: Original exposure on natural matrix, without repainting or composite mounting. Presence of an inventory or preparation mark engraved in the stone (“JLM”).
450 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Stone
Width: 44,5 cm
Height: 34 cm
Reference (ID): 1855743
Availability: In stock
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