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Large / Rare Eocene Fossilized Turtle Shell
Large / Rare Eocene Fossilized Turtle Shell
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Description
Asia and North America, Eocene period, ca. 56 to 33 million years ago. A nicely preserved turtle shell from the now extinct genus Anosteira (also Anostera). Fine structures are preserved as well as the texture of the shell. Size: 12.5" L x 9.95" W x 1.2" H (31.8 cm x 25.3 cm x 3 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Private Ventura County, CA collection

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Condition
The fossil is well preserved and, although the surface has been cleaned, it has not been removed from its matrix. Some losses to edges and surface as shown.
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Large / Rare Eocene Fossilized Turtle Shell

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