{"title":"Notable Works","description":"\u003cp\u003eA record of significant fossils and meteorites that have passed through Fossil Realm — placed with private collectors, institutions, and considered spaces. Each piece is documented here as part of an ongoing account of what the practice represents. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spectacular-woolly-rhino-skull-from-siberia-2-75-feet","title":"Woolly Rhino Skull,  Kemerovo Oblast, Russia","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHere is a world-class example of an Ice Age icon, the woolly rhinoceros (\u003cem\u003eCoelodonta antiquitatis\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt was discovered in Southwest Siberia. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis incredible find dates to the Pleistocene Epoch: 20,000 to 22,000 years old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe skull has impressive museum-quality replica horns (cast from original horns and painted to match original colour).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gorgeous stained oak stand included, which highlights the skull in a natural position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis specimen is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ecomplete\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enot a composite\u003c\/span\u003e, meaning that the lower jaws and upper skull belonged to the same animal. It also has \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003evirtually no restoration\u003c\/span\u003e - just some small caviites of lower jaws filled. Most rhino skulls that come to the market are composite specimens, as it is rare to find the jaws preserved alongside the upper skull. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEntire piece (skull with horns on the stand):\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e             L - 44\" ; H - 52 1\/2\" ; W - 12 1\/2\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wooden base :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e             L - 27\" ; H - 1 1\/2\" ; W - 11 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/Rhino_Cave_Art_large.jpg?v=1476911979\" alt=\"Woolly rhino cave art\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCave art of a woolly rhino, Southern France (Chauvet Cave).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Rhino Skull","offer_id":26479512776,"sku":null,"price":30000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/06F724CF-C6AD-424A-8EB6-DADCC6A2951E.jpg?v=1702759097"},{"product_id":"magnificent-blue-mammoth-tusk-from-alaska-9-75-feet-119-lbs","title":"Blue Mammoth Tusk, Alaska, United States","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile this mammoth tusk is no longer available, Fossil Realm has \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/collections\/mammoth-tusks-for-sale\" title=\"mammoth tusks in stock\"\u003eadditional mammoth tusks\u003c\/a\u003e including\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/collections\/mammoth-tusks-for-sale\/products\/rare-blue-mammoth-tusk-yakutia-82\" title=\"blue mammoth tusk\"\u003e another tusk with \u003cstrong\u003eblue coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eThis stunningly blue, 9.75 foot long woolly mammoth tusk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e is in impeccable condition and totally complete. It is an unbelievable discovery from Kotzebue, Alaska. \u003cstrong\u003eOne of the most extraordinary tusks ever found! \u003c\/strong\u003ePerfect for distinguished collectors, high-end galleries, luxury hotels and offices. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003enatural coloration \u003c\/strong\u003eis stunning - \u003cstrong\u003esought-after, rare blue vivianite\u003c\/strong\u003e is present throughout the majority of the tusk. Interlaced with light, creamy hues, the blue and white colours mirror planet earth as viewed from outer space. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBone, teeth and tusk fossils can occasionally change to a beautiful blue colour: apatite, consisting of calcium phosphate, reacts with iron and transforms to vivianite, a gorgeous green-blue mineral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is an \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent investment fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e because of its impressive size, solid and dense ivory, completeness, true blue coloration and high degree of curvature.\u003cstrong\u003e A blue tusk of this calibre may never surface again on the market!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eReady to be displayed in home, office or museum with a custom-made, hand-crafted oak stand that dramatically elevates the tusk and highlights its breathtaking curvature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tusk measures 9.75 feet \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(297 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e long along the outer curve and 119 lbs (54 kg), with a circumference of 18.5 inches (47 cm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay dimensions, as measured on stand: 11\" depth x 48\" width x 62\" height (28 x 122 x 157.5 cm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eOnly minimal restoration. Lengthwise cracks - which appear in virtually all large tusks - were professionally repaired in house. Preparation process was about 4 months total, in addition to a longer period of drying. \u003c\/span\u003eWe've added a pic of it soon after excavation and early in preparation. Complete transparency is our goal and we also think the work done by our preparator, Oleg, was phenomenal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eFossil mammoth ivory can be distinguished from present-day elephant ivory by the angle of crosshatching (Schreger lines) and can be traded internationally. There are no CITES restrictions on the international trade of mammoth ivory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eThis specimen was legally collected by a Native Alaskan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eNote: due to present restrictions we cannot ship to California, Hawaii, New York state or New Jersey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eShipping rates vary by location - we will arrange the best possible method, with full insurance (oftentimes we ship with DHL Express Air and have a great relationship with them). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/mammoth_pic_large.jpg?30228\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eModel of woolly mammoth at Royal BC Museum. Source:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Woolly_mammoth#\/media\/File:Woolly_mammoth.jpg\" title=\"woolly mammoth model Royal BC Museum - pic source\"\u003eWikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Mammoth Tusk Alaska - 9.75 feet","offer_id":6823231225915,"sku":null,"price":9999999999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/095D5824-D1CE-4455-972B-2813CCC130D8.jpg?v=1694783853"},{"product_id":"monstrous-crocodile-skeleton-steneosaurus-bollensis-13-45-feet","title":"Jurassic Crocodile, Posidonia Shale, Germany","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis 13.45' (4.1 meter) Jurassic crocodile is a breathtaking find from the Holzmaden Shale in Southwest Germany,\u003c\/strong\u003e a locality renowned for its exceptionally preserved fossil specimens. In addition to its jaw-dropping size, \u003cstrong\u003eit boasts incredible articulation of bones and scutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, and has many features that are rarely found preserved, including tracheal rings, skin impressions and jaws lined with complete rows of original teeth. \u003cstrong\u003eThe specimen is virtually complete and has extremely minimal restoration (only on parts of tail vertebrae). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eConsiderable time and skill was needed to reveal this specimen from the surrounding matrix - meticulous, specialized work using the latest techniques and equipment.\u003cstrong\u003e The fossil preparation was carried out to the most exacting of standards, bringing to life every detail while preserving the integrity of the fossil. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis marine predator once inhabited warm Jurassic seas that teemed with a variety of ammonites, ichthyosaurs, plesiosaurs, crinoids (sea lilies) and many fish species. It predates Tyrannosaurus rex by over 100 million years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSteneosaurus \u003c\/em\u003eclosely resembles living crocodilians called gharials, which are native to India. Like the long-snouted gharial, it is thought to have been a fish-eater. Surprisingly, however, this extinct group is not directly related to the modern species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Full resolution images of fossil crocodile\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/sh\/a321yoakfkibn6r\/AABgI1Tq9-K9QzR34RQeRGWea?dl=0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eClick here to see full resolution images via dropbox \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote that we have included pictures of the specimen in various lighting conditions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are also offering a partial crocodile skeleton, which can be seen \u003ca title=\"Partial Fossil Crocodile Skeleton, Green River Formation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/collections\/reptile-fossils-for-sale\/products\/fossil-crocodile-partial-skeleton-green-river-1\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FXewFryo4Jg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003eSteneosaurus bollensis \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormation: Posidonia Shale \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Holzmaden, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Lower Jurassic (Toarcian), 174 to 182 million years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShale layer: Epsilon II 6 (\u003cspan\u003eSchieferklotz)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen measures approximately 4.1 meters \/ 13.45 feet (following curvature of vertebrae). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShale slab measures 3.85 x 1.85 meters \/ 12.63 x 6.0 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs approximately 600 kg \/ 1322 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreparation notes: Very minimal restoration overall - see bone map image, green indicates restored parts (only on some parts of tail vertebrae) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes custom heavy steel frame and hanging moulds for wall-hanging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Steneosaurus reconstruction\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/Steneosaurus_NT_small_39b11100-79bb-489d-8d4b-8719ddd6d0ab_large.jpg?v=1537748787\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArtist's reconstruction of Steneosaurus Credit: Nobu Tamura\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackground Image Credits: 1. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.123rf.com\/profile_skdesign\"\u003eskdesign \/ 123RF Stock Photo\u003c\/a\u003e 2. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.123rf.com\/profile_kantver\"\u003ekantver \/ 123RF Stock Photo\u003c\/a\u003e 3. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.123rf.com\/profile_peshkov\"\u003epeshkov \/ 123RF Stock Photo\u003c\/a\u003e 4. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.123rf.com\/profile_icetray\"\u003eicetray \/ 123RF Stock Photo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Steneosaur skeleton","offer_id":19123017056310,"sku":null,"price":99999999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/IMG-4193.jpg?v=1703916160"},{"product_id":"rare-solnhofen-sea-turtle-eurysternum-wagleri","title":"Jurassic Turtle, Painten Formation, Germany","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of our most fascinating and beautiful acquisitions, this \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eincredibly rare\u003c\/span\u003e fossil turtle, \u003cem\u003eEurysternum wagleri\u003c\/em\u003e, was discovered in the famous Solnhofen limestone. Found in the the Upper Jurassic layers of Painten, near Kelheim in Bavaria, Germany (152 million years old).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solnhofen Limestone encompasses what was once a network of placid lagoons. Among the famous and rare discoveries here include archaeopteryx and pterosaurs. The preservation in this deposit is so remarkable that fossils of softbodied organisms like jellyfish and squid have been found!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: longest distance you can measure in the fossil is appr. 32 cm and the carapace is about 22.5 cm long. The skull is about 5cm long and the matrix measures appr. 54 cm x 53 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimen in original matrix - not inset\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimen naturally articulated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee bone map: restoration in green \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull resolution photos and UV light pic here:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttps:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/sh\/2xolfs5kjh8ac05\/AAAW_Zj-11Pq4RIT8QGcNfdIa?dl=0\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Solnhofen Turtle","offer_id":19166474731574,"sku":null,"price":1000000000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/IMG-3411.jpg?v=1702563214"},{"product_id":"authentic-triceratops-skeleton-gigantic-unprepared-specimen","title":"Triceratops Skeleton, Hell Creek Formation, United States","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWillard — \u003cem\u003eTriceratops prorsus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the largest Triceratops skeletons ever discovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillard is an exceptional \u003cem\u003eTriceratops prorsus\u003c\/em\u003e skeleton from the Hell Creek Formation of North Dakota. Measuring approximately 28 feet in length and nearly 12 feet in height, the specimen may represent the largest known example of the species discovered to date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skeleton was unearthed in Bowman County, North Dakota, following a multi-year excavation led by experienced commercial paleontologists. Its discovery, preparation, and eventual public exhibition demonstrate the collaborative nature of major natural history projects, involving fossil hunters, preparators, researchers, dealers, brokers, engineers, and museums across several countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing its discovery, Fossil Realm was engaged to help identify an appropriate institutional placement for the specimen. Through an international network of contacts within the natural history community, Willard was ultimately acquired for exhibition as part of \u003cem\u003eThe Big Eight – Dinosaur Revelation\u003c\/em\u003e at the Hong Kong Science Museum, where the skeleton was viewed by hundreds of thousands of visitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepared under the direction of German paleontologist Nils Knötschke and his team, the skeleton was stabilized, restored, mounted, and documented to museum standards. Its remarkable size and excellent field documentation made it an outstanding candidate for exhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its scale, Willard embodies a broader principle that guides much of our work: the most important fossils are often those that unite scientific, historical, educational, and cultural significance. Such specimens do more than survive. They continue to inform, inspire, and connect new audiences with deep time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement \u0026amp; Advisory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFossil Realm works with collectors, institutions, museums, and exhibition partners to facilitate the placement of significant fossils and natural history objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur role may include acquisition sourcing, private brokerage, collection development, provenance review, market guidance, institutional introductions, and long-term stewardship planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo discuss a significant specimen, acquisition opportunity, or potential placement, please \u003ca title=\"Contact Fossil Realm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e directly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Reading \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/blogs\/news\/willard-s-journey-the-tale-of-an-enormous-triceratops-skeleton\" title=\"Willard: The Tale of a World Record-Setting Triceratops Skeleton\"\u003eThe Story of Willard: Discovery, Preparation \u0026amp; Exhibition\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/pages\/advisory-and-collaboration\" title=\"Fossil Realm's Private Brokerage \u0026amp; Advisory Service\"\u003ePrivate Brokerage \u0026amp; Advisory \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/blogs\/news\/what-makes-a-fossil-significant\" title=\"What Makes a Fossil Significant? Understanding Value Beyond Rarity\"\u003eWhat Makes a Fossil Significant \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/collections\/gallery-of-sold-specimens\" title=\"Fossil Realm's Gallery of Sold Specimens\"\u003eNotable Works \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Tric Skeleton","offer_id":32974580973622,"sku":null,"price":999999999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/FullSizeRender_ed46f2df-7cb3-4cae-975c-5ddde9db3ea7.jpg?v=1704473252"},{"product_id":"fine-ichthyosaur-stenopterygius-4-specimen","title":"Ichthyosaur, Stenopterygius quadriscissus  - 4'","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis breathtaking Ichthyosaur (a marine reptile) is a spectacular find from the Holzmaden Shale near Stuttgart, Germany, a fossil locale renowned for its incredibly preserved specimens. This ichthyosaur once inhabited warm Jurassic seas that teemed with a variety of ammonites, crinoids (sea lilies) and many fish species. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is an extremely unique and captivating piece due to its completeness, well-articulated skeleton, spectacular teeth and skull and overall aesthetic beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith all of these fantastic characteristics present, \u003cstrong\u003eit truly belongs to the upper echelon of fine fossils and would be the focal point of any home or public setting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eConsiderable time and skill was needed to reveal this specimen from the matrix - meticulous, specialized labour in a German preparatory facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: Stenopterygius quadriscissus \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormation: Posidonia Shale \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Holzmaden, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Lower Jurassic, approximately 182 million years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen measures 122 cm (4') and the matrix measures 179 cm x 87 cm (5.87' x 2.85')\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIchthyosaurs made their first appearance on this planet as land dwelling reptiles that braved the oceans before there were dinosaurs. They were the dominant predators of the Mesozoic for 157 million years. Their size range was remarkable: some species were only 70 centimetres long (close to the size of the present day marine iguana from the Galapagos) to giants upwards of 20 meters! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIchthyosaurs changed dramatically throughout their evolution, starting as elongated lizard-like reptiles that navigated through the warm seas with side to side eel-like movements. Later, they transformed into super fast deep-diving killing machines with a shortened, heavy body, dramatically changed front and hind limbs, and backbone with disc shaped vertebrae. Their eel-like swimming morphed into explosive tuna like rocketing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSome ichthyosaur species had the largest eyes of any creature on earth - over 26 cm. That surpasses the eyes of the largest mammals, both terrestrial and aquatic – the elephant and great blue whale. Imagine an eye larger than a soccer ball!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIchthyosaurs were highly adapted to their environment. It is estimated that they could dive to depths of 600 meters (probably in search of their cephalopod dinners) and hold their breath for about 20 minutes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThere are many theories regarding their extinction, which occurred 28 million years before the mass extinction of dinosaurs. New data supports the idea that global warming during the Late Cretaceous changed the marine ecosystems and may have contributed to their demise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e_______________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eNature\u003c\/em\u003e recently published an amazing news feature on ichthyosaurs, rich with the latest information about these amazing animals and wonderful infographics. Read Traci Watson's feature \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nature.com\/news\/how-giant-marine-reptiles-terrorized-the-ancient-seas-1.21722?WT.mc_id=TWT_NatureNews\" title=\"How giant marine reptiles terrorized the ancient seas - Traci Watson, Nature\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMore excellent ichthyosaur information - including their evolution and extinction - can be found in a 2016 article by Valentin Fischer et al. (\u003ci\u003eNature Communications\u003c\/i\u003e 7, article number 10825). Read it \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/ncomms10825\" title=\"Extinction of fish-shaped marine reptiles associated with reduced evolutionary rates and global environmental volatility\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA comprehensive online resource about Ichthyosaurs, by Ryosuke Motani, can be found \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ucmp.berkeley.edu\/people\/motani\/ichthyo\/index.html\" title=\"Comprehensive ichthyosaur information - Ryosuke Motani\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/Stenopterygius_BW_grande.jpg?v=1490311544\" alt=\"Icthyosaur reconstruction - Stenopterygius\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist's reconstruction of \u003cem\u003eStenopterygius.\u003c\/em\u003e Credit: Nobu Tamura\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Ichthyosaur - 122 cm","offer_id":33059942727734,"sku":null,"price":1000000000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/IMG-3401.jpg?v=1702562677"},{"product_id":"pterosaur-rhamphorhynchus-aff-gemmingi","title":"Pterosaur Skeleton, Solnhofen Limestone, Germany","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eThis Rhamphorhynchus aff. gemmingi (pterosaur) fossil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003especimen was discovered in a small, privately operated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003equarry about 700 meters south of the village of\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eMühlheim, Altmühltal region, Bavaria, Germany. The\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003elongest measurement of the specimen is 56 cm and the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003ematrix measures approximately 96 x 67.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eIt was found in the summer of 2008 in the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e“Mornsheimer Schichten,” Hybonotum zone, Malm zeta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e3 (Upper Jurassic, Tithonian), by Roland Pöschl, who is\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003ethe owner of the quarry and also the only person\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003eexcavating this site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39695821209654,"sku":null,"price":99999999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/25.jpg?v=1702319651"},{"product_id":"tyrannosaurus-rex-tooth-with-root","title":"Rooted Tyrannosaurus rex Tooth, Hell Creek Formation, United States","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/collections\/curator-s-selection\/products\/t-rex-tooth-in-matrix-5-84\" title=\"T. Rex tooth with partial root, in matrix \"\u003eView a spectacular 5.83 inch Tyrannosaurus rex tooth in our current catalogue here.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis massive tooth truly evokes the grandeur and ferocity of the top predator to ever roam planet earth - Tyrannosaurus rex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIn its presence, one can easily fathom that the “King of the Dinosaurs” had a bite force higher than any other terrestrial animal, across all eras.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eT. rex teeth with intact tips, serrated crowns AND preserved roots are remarkably rare and in a class of their own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 9.64 x 2.5 x 1.6 inches (straight line) and approximately 10.5 inches along the outer curve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighs 536 grams \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRight Maxillary 4 (among the largest teeth in the skull)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall replica T. rex skull and custom metal stand included  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us for further details about this unbelievable specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39967709888566,"sku":null,"price":1000000000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/316B2239-A6A2-4968-B63B-E6C5AEC86DDA.png?v=1744390081"},{"product_id":"iridescent-canadian-ammonite-ammolite-19","title":"Iridescent Ammonite with Stunning Blue - 19\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis large \u003cem\u003ePlacenticeras costatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003especimen\u003cspan\u003e is a breathtaking example of the world renowned iridescent ammonites from Canada - its shell is preserved with bright ammolite, inlcuding prominent sections of blue\/violet on both sides (the rarest and most desired colours of ammolite). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe blue\/violet coloration is more vivid than what is typically seen in these specimens; moreover, the shell is especially robust (uncompressed). An extremely special piece on all accounts!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmolite is a rare, opal-like gemstone found in Alberta's Upper Cretaceous Bearpaw formation, just east of the Rocky Mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGovernment Registration number: 6(1384)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize:  Approximately 19\" \/ 48 cm in diameter \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeposit: Bearpaw Formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Southern Alberta, Canada \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Late Cretaceous (71 million years old)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of authenticity included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be shipped internationally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom display stand included \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"670\" height=\"377\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TYoM0ysfjWw\" title='Stunning Blue-Purple Ammolite Specimen, 19\"'\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Us\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fossilrealm.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAmmonites belong to the Mollusca Phylum in a Class known as Cephalopods – “head-footed” creatures such as octopus and squid. 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Discovered in 2024 near Ajdabiya, Libya, this fragmental breccia was classified by Dr. Carl Agee (University of New Mexico) as an authentic piece of the Moon’s surface. Its sheer size, scientific significance, and natural beauty make it a cornerstone specimen for any advanced collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Exceptional Lunar Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLunar meteorites are among the rarest substances on Earth—and specimens of this magnitude are vanishingly rare. The reddish-brown weathered exterior of OEH 001 reflects its long exposure in the Libyan desert, while polished sections reveal feldspar clasts, multicolored mineral inclusions, and a fine-grained gray-green matrix. Its monumental scale and visual complexity make it a striking natural artifact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Importance: Rare Evidence of Lunar Water Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this meteorite apart is the presence of aqueous alteration—almost unheard of in lunar specimens. Dr. Agee’s analysis revealed olivine crystals transformed into an iddingsite-like phase, evidence of interaction with water below the lunar surface. Distinct boundaries between altered and unaltered zones reveal a unique geological record, offering insights into rare processes on the Moon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Details \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass: 10.8 kilograms (10,859 grams)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification: Lunar fragmental breccia (classified by Dr. Carl Agee, UNM)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: Plagioclase feldspar, olivine (altered and unaltered), pyroxenes, and vesicular shock melt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance: From a 33.18 kg find in the Libyan desert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 19 x 26 x 14 cm (7.5 x 10.25 x 5.5 in)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Moon to Earth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen began its cosmic journey millions of years ago, when an asteroid impact hurled it from the lunar surface. After crossing 384,000 kilometers of space, it landed in the Libyan desert, where it was recovered in 2024. Its lunar origin has been confirmed through detailed mineralogical and chemical analysis, affirming its status as a genuine relic of our nearest celestial neighbor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis meteorite represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a specimen of immense scientific and aesthetic value. With its unparalleled size and rare geological features, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOued El Hamim 001\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a tangible connection to the Moon, a relic of cosmic history, and an iconic addition to any world-class collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Lunar Meteorite Evidencing Subsurface Water - 10.8 kg #lunarmeteorite #moonrock #nasa\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KDmeL0V_twM\" height=\"609\" width=\"343\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49978771276063,"sku":null,"price":99999999999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/RT5_Fossil_0279_2.jpg?v=1743616411"},{"product_id":"massive-brenhem-pallasite-1-879-grams","title":"Meteorite Slice, Brenham Pallasite - 1,879 grams","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Brenham Pallasite's remarkable size provides a commanding display of translucent golden olivine crystals, delicately suspended within a gleaming iron-nickel matrix. Polished to perfection, it offers not only an aesthetic marvel but also a profound connection to the processes that shaped both Earth and the wider cosmos billions of years ago. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePallasite, such as this one, represent the rare intersection of science and natural beauty, formed at the boundary between the core and mantle of a differentiated asteroid. They provide an extraordinary glimpse into planetary formation, bridging the shared origins of Earth and the celestial bodies beyond. Brenham, discovered in Kansas in 1882, stands as one of the most renowned of these meteorites. This specimen, with its exceptional size and clarity, embodies the elegance and wonder of cosmic geology, making it a prized acquisition for collectors and scholars alike. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSPECIMEN PROFILE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassification: Pallasite, MG (Main Group)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChemical Composition: Olivine (forsterite) and iron-nickel metal (kamacite and taenite)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation of Discovery:  Kiowa County, Kansas, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery Date: 1882\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1,879 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 19 x 13 inches (48 x 33 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay Features: Expertly polished to enhance crystal clarity and metallic luster; stabilized and sealed to prevent rusting \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePROVENANCE AND AUTHENTICITY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcquired from a distinguished partner specializing in exceptional meteorite specimens. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertificate of authenticity issued by Fossil Realm Inc. Included with purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brenham meteorite is published in the meteoritical bulletin: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lpi.usra.edu\/meteor\/metbull.php?sea=Brenham\u0026amp;sfor=names\u0026amp;ants=\u0026amp;nwas=\u0026amp;falls=\u0026amp;valids=\u0026amp;stype=contains\u0026amp;lrec=50\u0026amp;map=ge\u0026amp;browse=\u0026amp;country=All\u0026amp;srt=name\u0026amp;categ=All\u0026amp;mblist=All\u0026amp;rect=\u0026amp;phot=\u0026amp;strewn=\u0026amp;snew=0\u0026amp;pnt=Normal%20table\u0026amp;code=5136\"\u003eMeteoritical Bulletin \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary slice is more than a collector's piece-it is a tangible narrative of Earth's shared origins with the cosmos, a rare blend of scientific intrigue and natural splendor. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Realm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50010188120351,"sku":"","price":14000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0190\/1942\/files\/RT5_Fossil_0223_v2_1.jpg?v=1760110209"},{"product_id":"megalodon-shark-tooth-___-copy-copy","title":"Megalodon Shark Tooth","description":"\u003cp\u003eExhibiting the raw power of prehistoric oceans, this \u003cem\u003e Otodus megalodon \u003c\/em\u003etooth is an excellent example of the apex predator’s fearsome anatomy. Its robust structure, complemented by exceptionally intact serrations, demonstrates the cutting precision that allowed the megalodon to reign supreme in the seas. The smooth, blue and beige enamel enhances its aesthetic appeal, while the intact root offers a rare glimpse into the tooth’s remarkable preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimens of this caliber are becoming increasingly rare, making this one particularly noteworthy. Recovered from ancient marine deposits, it reflects a time when the megalodon ruled Earth's oceans as the apex predator. Its sheer size and nearly flawless condition are a testament both to the immense scale of this giant shark and the remarkable fossilization processes that have preserved it for millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTAXONOMY\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKingdom: Animalia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhylum: Chordata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass: Chondrichthyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder: Lamniformes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily: Otodontidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenus: Otodus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecies: \u003cem\u003eOtodus megalodon\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGEOLOGICAL CONTEXT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: West Java, Indonesia \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Miocene Epoch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eDimensions: 5.60 inches (14.2 cm) along the longest slant x 5.33 inches (13.5 cm) along the second slant x 4.46 inches (11.3 cm) wide \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eweight: 338 grams\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePROVENANCE \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimens were acquired from the world's most prestigious private collector of Indonesian meg teeth. 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