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Giant tortoise spurs fossil (hesperotestudo) | pleistocene era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

Giant tortoise spurs fossil (hesperotestudo) | pleistocene era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

Original price was: £12.00.Current price is: £9.60.

For sale is a carefully chosen fossilized spur from the giant tortoise species Hesperotestudo, dating back to the Pleistocene era and discovered in the Santafe River, Florida, USA. These spurs were located on the limbs of the giant tortoise, offering protection and support. This fossil provides a fascinating look into the life of these ancient reptiles that roamed North America during the Ice Age, approximately 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago.

Each fossil is professionally cleaned, prepped, and treated to ensure its preservation. The fossil is ideal for collectors and educators, offering a tangible connection to Ice Age wildlife. The specimen shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive, ensuring that you receive a high-quality, authentic fossil.

  • Location: Santafe River, Florida, USA
  • Geological Period: Pleistocene, around 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago
  • Species: Hesperotestudo (Giant Tortoise)
  • Condition: Professionally cleaned and prepped for display
  • Size: Please refer to the photos for full sizing details (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing that this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact piece you will receive, carefully selected for its preservation and scientific value. Whether you’re a fossil collector or simply fascinated by prehistoric reptiles, this Hesperotestudo spur is a valuable and rare piece of Pleistocene history.

Own a genuine piece of Ice Age history with this fossilized giant tortoise spur today!

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For sale is a carefully chosen fossilized spur from the giant tortoise species Hesperotestudo, dating back to the Pleistocene era and discovered in the Santafe River, Florida, USA. These spurs were located on the limbs of the giant tortoise, offering protection and support. This fossil provides a fascinating look into the life of these ancient reptiles that roamed North America during the Ice Age, approximately 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago.

Each fossil is professionally cleaned, prepped, and treated to ensure its preservation. The fossil is ideal for collectors and educators, offering a tangible connection to Ice Age wildlife. The specimen shown in the photo is the exact piece you will receive, ensuring that you receive a high-quality, authentic fossil.

  • Location: Santafe River, Florida, USA
  • Geological Period: Pleistocene, around 2.6 million to 11,700 years ago
  • Species: Hesperotestudo (Giant Tortoise)
  • Condition: Professionally cleaned and prepped for display
  • Size: Please refer to the photos for full sizing details (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing that this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact piece you will receive, carefully selected for its preservation and scientific value. Whether you’re a fossil collector or simply fascinated by prehistoric reptiles, this Hesperotestudo spur is a valuable and rare piece of Pleistocene history.

Own a genuine piece of Ice Age history with this fossilized giant tortoise spur today!

Additional information

Era

Pleistocene
Origin

USA

Pleistocene Information

The Pleistocene Epoch (2.58 million – 11,700 years ago) was a time of repeated ice ages, shaping Earth's landscapes and ecosystems. Massive glaciers advanced and retreated, covering large parts of North America, Europe, and Asia. This period saw the rise of megafauna, including woolly mammoths, saber-toothed cats, giant ground sloths, and cave bears. Early humans (Homo erectus, Neanderthals, and Homo sapiens) spread across the world, developing tools, art, and early societies. Many species adapted to harsh, cold climates, but as the Ice Age ended, global warming and human hunting contributed to the extinction of many large mammals. The Pleistocene transitions into the Holocene, the current epoch, marking the beginning of human civilization.

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