EXTINCTIONS- VERY RARE, COMPLETE ORNATE UK ENCRINURUS TRILOBITE FOSSIL - DUDLEY!

Description

Name
:   Encrinurus tuberculata
Age:
Silurian (Homerian, Wenlockian)
Formation:
Coalbrookdale Formation
Location:
Storridge, Malvern, Worcestershire, England
Size:
Trilobite is 1.1" from head to tip of spine
This is an extremely rare UK trilobite. It is a complete
Encrinurus tuberculata
from the Silurian of England. Silurian trilobites from England are among the most sought-after trilobites among collectors - Silurian trilobites from Dudley, for example, have been treasured by collectors for generations! This type of trilobite has a pustulose cephalon and a triangular pygidium
-
this specimen displays those features beautifully. This distinct bug is quite inflated and beautifully articulated. But the main feature of this trilobite is its LONG axial spine -
the spine is fully intact (NOT ADDED!) and has been prepared in a free-standing manner...wow!
The colorful bug is wonderfully showcased on the rock, which makes for an impressive display. If you know anything about the history of ''Dudley'' trilobites, you will understand how uncommon and exciting this piece truly is!
A Certificate of Authenticity from EXTINCTIONS.com is included with this item.
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