Polished Dinosaur Coprolite Fossil – Jurassic Fossilised Poo – Morrison Formation, Colorado, USA – 100% Genuine with Certificate

Description

Available here is a genuine polished dinosaur coprolite—yes, fossilised dinosaur poo! This specimen comes from the Jurassic-aged Morrison Formation in Colorado, USA, and is approximately 150 million years old. It has been partially polished to highlight its internal mineralisation and show off its surprising natural colouration.

Coprolite comes from the Greek words kopros (dung) and lithos (stone), literally meaning “dung stone”. These fossils are the preserved remains of ancient faeces and are immensely valuable to paleontologists because they offer direct insight into dinosaur diets and digestive systems. They can reveal whether a dinosaur was a plant-eating herbivore or a meat-eating carnivore, and sometimes even contain preserved bone, plant material, or scales.

Although humorous in nature, coprolites are also scientifically significant. Their mineral content and preservation can tell us a great deal about the ancient environment in which they formed. They are completely odourless, often beautifully coloured due to the minerals that replaced the organic matter during fossilisation, and range in size from just a few millimetres to over half a metre.

Geological Context: This specimen comes from the Morrison Formation, one of North America’s most iconic dinosaur-bearing units. Formed during the Late Jurassic, this formation is world-famous for yielding fossils of dinosaurs such as Allosaurus, Stegosaurus, Apatosaurus, Diplodocus, and many more. The region once hosted lush floodplains and river systems, ideal for both life and the preservation of fossils like coprolites.

Key Details:

• Specimen: Polished Dinosaur Coprolite (Fossilised Faeces)
• Age: Late Jurassic (~150 million years ago)
• Formation: Morrison Formation
• Location Found: Colorado, USA
• Condition: Naturally mineralised and partially polished to reveal detail
• Authenticity: 100% genuine specimen, supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Scale: Refer to 1cm cube in image for accurate sizing
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Scientific & Display Significance: Coprolites are a fascinating addition to any fossil collection. Their humorous appeal is matched by their educational value, making them popular with students, teachers, collectors, and dinosaur enthusiasts. Each specimen is a snapshot of a moment in a dinosaur’s life and a tangible piece of prehistoric natural history.

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Own one of nature’s most curious and surprising fossils – a genuine piece of dinosaur dung from the Jurassic Morrison Formation of Colorado!