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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE Dapedium Fossil Fish – Museum Grade Posidonia Shale Specimen – Holzmaden, Germany – Jurassic Toarcian
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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE Dapedium Fossil Fish – Museum Grade Posidonia Shale Specimen – Holzmaden, Germany – Jurassic Toarcian

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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE MUSEUM-GRADE DAPEDIUM FOSSIL FISH

An outstanding example of the extinct ray-finned fish Dapedium, this museum-grade fossil is from the world-famous Posidonia Shale (Posidonienschiefer) of Holzmaden, Swabian Jura, Stuttgart, Germany. Dated to the Toarcian Stage of the Lower Jurassic (Upper Lias), approximately 182 million years ago, this specimen is a prime example of the exceptional preservation for which this locality is renowned.

Fossil Details:

  • Species: Dapedium sp.
  • Type: Fossilized ray-finned fish
  • Age: Lower Jurassic, Toarcian Stage (Upper Lias)
  • Formation: Posidonia Shale (Posidonienschiefer)
  • Location: Holzmaden, Swabian Jura, Stuttgart, Germany
  • Depositional Environment: Anoxic marine basin responsible for exceptional preservation of skeletal details and in some cases soft tissues
  • Morphological Features: Distinct diamond-shaped body, ganoid scales, and paddle-like fins typical of Dapedium; excellent skeletal articulation
  • Notable: Fine detail preservation of scales and fin rays, characteristic of Holzmaden conservation lagerstätten
  • Scale: Scale rule visible in photos; 1cm squares/cube for precise sizing

Geological Context: The Posidonia Shale of Holzmaden is among the most important fossil sites globally, celebrated for its conservation of marine life during the Early Jurassic. The fine-grained, oxygen-depleted sedimentary environment enabled remarkable detail retention, making specimens such as Dapedium highly prized among collectors and institutions.

Additional Information:

  • All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
  • Full mounting plates included for optional wall hanging.
  • The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive; this is a carefully chosen individual piece.

Taxonomic Classification:

  • Order: Semionotiformes
  • Superfamily: Semionotoidea
  • Family: Dapediidae
  • Genus: Dapedium

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully preserved Dapedium fossil fish from one of the world’s most renowned fossil beds. A perfect addition to any serious fossil collection or natural history display.

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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE MUSEUM-GRADE DAPEDIUM FOSSIL FISH

An outstanding example of the extinct ray-finned fish Dapedium, this museum-grade fossil is from the world-famous Posidonia Shale (Posidonienschiefer) of Holzmaden, Swabian Jura, Stuttgart, Germany. Dated to the Toarcian Stage of the Lower Jurassic (Upper Lias), approximately 182 million years ago, this specimen is a prime example of the exceptional preservation for which this locality is renowned.

Fossil Details:

  • Species: Dapedium sp.
  • Type: Fossilized ray-finned fish
  • Age: Lower Jurassic, Toarcian Stage (Upper Lias)
  • Formation: Posidonia Shale (Posidonienschiefer)
  • Location: Holzmaden, Swabian Jura, Stuttgart, Germany
  • Depositional Environment: Anoxic marine basin responsible for exceptional preservation of skeletal details and in some cases soft tissues
  • Morphological Features: Distinct diamond-shaped body, ganoid scales, and paddle-like fins typical of Dapedium; excellent skeletal articulation
  • Notable: Fine detail preservation of scales and fin rays, characteristic of Holzmaden conservation lagerstätten
  • Scale: Scale rule visible in photos; 1cm squares/cube for precise sizing

Geological Context: The Posidonia Shale of Holzmaden is among the most important fossil sites globally, celebrated for its conservation of marine life during the Early Jurassic. The fine-grained, oxygen-depleted sedimentary environment enabled remarkable detail retention, making specimens such as Dapedium highly prized among collectors and institutions.

Additional Information:

  • All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
  • Full mounting plates included for optional wall hanging.
  • The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive; this is a carefully chosen individual piece.

Taxonomic Classification:

  • Order: Semionotiformes
  • Superfamily: Semionotoidea
  • Family: Dapediidae
  • Genus: Dapedium

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully preserved Dapedium fossil fish from one of the world’s most renowned fossil beds. A perfect addition to any serious fossil collection or natural history display.

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