Description
Dalmanites caudatus Fossil Trilobite Tail
This fossil specimen is identified as Dalmanites caudatus, a trilobite tail from the Much Wenloch Limestone Formation and Silurian geological period. It is presented as a focused fossil display piece for collectors interested in trilobites, palaeontology and the marine fossil record.
Identification and Geological Context
Trilobites were extinct marine arthropods with segmented bodies, a hard mineralised exoskeleton and a distinctive three-lobed body plan. Their fossils are commonly studied through the separate parts of the body, including the cephalon, thorax and pygidium. The pygidium is the posterior section, commonly described as the trilobite tail. This specimen is specifically identified as a Dalmanites caudatus fossil trilobite tail.
The Silurian was a major interval in Earth history associated with diverse marine ecosystems and widespread fossil-bearing sedimentary rocks. The Much Wenloch Limestone Formation provides the geological setting supplied for this specimen. Its identification and formation information make it suitable for collectors who enjoy linking individual fossils with the stratigraphy and ancient environments represented by their source rocks.
Locality and Collection History
The supplied locality information is Hobbs Quarry, Longhope, Gloucestershire, UK. This British geological association adds interest for collectors building a regional fossil collection or studying Silurian material from the United Kingdom.
From the Alice Purnell Collection
A collection history can add useful context to a fossil display, particularly for collectors who appreciate specimens that have been retained within an established private collection. The Alice Purnell Collection wording is included as supplied with this specimen.
Display and Collector Interest
A Dalmanites caudatus tail offers a compact way to represent trilobite anatomy in a fossil collection. It can be displayed alongside other trilobite material, geological specimens or educational resources covering Silurian palaeontology. The specimen is also suitable for a natural history cabinet, study collection, classroom display or gift for a fossil enthusiast.
The identification, formation and locality details make this piece relevant to several collecting interests: trilobites, Silurian fossils, British geology, Much Wenloch Limestone Formation material and marine palaeontology. Its focused tail-only form can be especially useful for discussing how trilobite body regions are recognised and named.
Certificate and Authenticity
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The certificate wording is supplied with the fossil as a generic lifetime guarantee card. Please retain the certificate with the specimen for collection records and future reference.
Photograph and Sizing
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