RARE: Hollardops mesocristata Fossil Trilobite – Lower Devonian, Morocco – Genuine Specimen with COA

Description

This is a rare Hollardops mesocristata trilobite fossil from the Tazoulait Formation, Upper Emsian, Lower Devonian, discovered in Taharajat, Djebel Issoumour Area, Atlas Mountains, Morocco. Trilobites were an ancient group of arthropods that thrived in marine environments for over 270 million years, and Hollardops is one of the more sought-after genera due to its well-defined morphology and detailed preservation.

This specimen displays exceptional preservation, with a well-defined cephalon, thorax, and pygidium. The fine exoskeletal details and natural curvature make it a valuable piece for any fossil collection. Moroccan trilobites are known for their quality, and this example is no exception.

Key Features:

• Authentic Hollardops mesocristata trilobite fossil
• Age: Approximately 393-407 million years old (Lower Devonian)
• Origin: Tazoulait Formation, Djebel Issoumour, Morocco
• Well-preserved with detailed segmentation and natural morphology
• From the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest ammonite and fossil collections in the world
• 100 percent genuine specimen with Certificate of Authenticity

Scale Rule Squares = 1cm – Please see photos for full sizing.

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