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Reedops A Grade Fossil Trilobite Devonian Laatchana Hamar Laghdad Morocco Genuine Specimen with Certificate of Authenticity
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Reedops A Grade Fossil Trilobite Devonian Laatchana Hamar Laghdad Morocco Genuine Specimen with Certificate of Authenticity

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Authentic Reedops Trilobite from Morocco

This listing presents a superb Reedops trilobite fossil, carefully graded as A-grade for its completeness, preservation, and professional preparation. This fossil originates from the Devonian deposits of Laatchana, Hamar Laghdad, Morocco, one of the world’s most celebrated trilobite localities. The exact specimen shown in the photographs is the one you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube included for accurate size reference. Every fossil we supply is guaranteed to be 100% genuine and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring trust and long-term value.

Expertly prepared by a highly skilled Moroccan specialist, this fossil reflects many years of experience in the art of fossil preparation. Each stage of the process has been carried out with care to reveal the intricate details of the trilobite while preserving its natural form. Purchasing this fossil also helps support ethical fossil trade, as the preparation work provides fair income and safe working conditions for local families.

Geological Context – Devonian Hamar Laghdad

The Hamar Laghdad fossil beds are among the most scientifically significant Devonian deposits in North Africa. These rocks date back to the Devonian Period (approx. 419–359 million years ago), specifically the lower to middle intervals, when Morocco was covered by warm tropical seas. The fine sediments of this environment allowed exceptional preservation of marine organisms, including brachiopods, corals, and especially trilobites.

The Laatchana locality is particularly famous for its production of world-class trilobite fossils. These deposits capture a snapshot of ancient reef ecosystems, making them important both scientifically and commercially for collectors and researchers.

The Trilobite – Reedops

The genus Reedops belongs to the order Phacopida and family Phacopidae, known for trilobites with well-developed compound eyes and robust cephalons. Reedops is closely related to the more widely recognised Phacops, and both genera are celebrated for their large, lens-rich eyes. These compound eyes, made of calcite, gave Reedops extraordinary vision for detecting predators and navigating seafloor habitats.

Typical features of Reedops trilobites include:

  • Large, multifaceted compound eyes with hundreds of calcite lenses.
  • A broad, convex cephalon (head shield) with a distinctive glabella.
  • Well-segmented thorax with smooth articulation, allowing flexibility.
  • A moderately rounded pygidium (tail shield), finely segmented.
  • An overall sturdy, oval-shaped body adapted to life on the Devonian seabed.

Morphological Features of This Specimen

This A-grade specimen demonstrates the defining features of Reedops in excellent detail:

  • Both compound eyes are clearly visible and well-preserved.
  • The cephalon and glabella show sharp, natural definition.
  • The thoracic segments are articulated with clean lines and symmetry.
  • The pygidium is complete, displaying delicate segmentation.
  • Fine details of the exoskeleton are enhanced through expert preparation.

The three-dimensional preservation and careful exposure make this specimen both scientifically important and visually impressive, ideal for display in a fossil collection.

Collectible and Scientific Value

Reedops trilobites are highly sought-after by collectors because of their aesthetic form and scientific significance. They offer key insights into trilobite evolution, adaptation, and ecology during the Devonian. This specimen represents not only an important teaching fossil but also a display piece of natural history, highlighting the extraordinary biodiversity of ancient seas.

For collectors, this Reedops fossil represents an opportunity to acquire a premium-grade specimen from one of the world’s most important fossil localities. Its authenticity, expert preparation, and natural beauty make it an investment piece that will be admired for years to come.

Key Details of this Specimen

  • Species: Reedops (Phacopid trilobite)
  • Age: Devonian (~419–359 million years ago)
  • Locality: Laatchana, Hamar Laghdad, Morocco
  • Formation: Devonian marine strata
  • Fossil Type: A-grade complete trilobite fossil
  • Authenticity: Guaranteed 100% genuine with Certificate of Authenticity
  • Preparation: Expertly prepared by a skilled Moroccan fossil specialist
  • Exact Fossil: The photographed specimen is the one supplied
  • Scale Reference: 1cm cube visible in images for accurate measurement

This Reedops A-grade trilobite fossil is a scientifically important, ethically sourced, and beautifully prepared piece of natural history, perfect for collectors, researchers, or enthusiasts of the ancient world.

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Authentic Reedops Trilobite from Morocco

This listing presents a superb Reedops trilobite fossil, carefully graded as A-grade for its completeness, preservation, and professional preparation. This fossil originates from the Devonian deposits of Laatchana, Hamar Laghdad, Morocco, one of the world’s most celebrated trilobite localities. The exact specimen shown in the photographs is the one you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube included for accurate size reference. Every fossil we supply is guaranteed to be 100% genuine and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring trust and long-term value.

Expertly prepared by a highly skilled Moroccan specialist, this fossil reflects many years of experience in the art of fossil preparation. Each stage of the process has been carried out with care to reveal the intricate details of the trilobite while preserving its natural form. Purchasing this fossil also helps support ethical fossil trade, as the preparation work provides fair income and safe working conditions for local families.

Geological Context – Devonian Hamar Laghdad

The Hamar Laghdad fossil beds are among the most scientifically significant Devonian deposits in North Africa. These rocks date back to the Devonian Period (approx. 419–359 million years ago), specifically the lower to middle intervals, when Morocco was covered by warm tropical seas. The fine sediments of this environment allowed exceptional preservation of marine organisms, including brachiopods, corals, and especially trilobites.

The Laatchana locality is particularly famous for its production of world-class trilobite fossils. These deposits capture a snapshot of ancient reef ecosystems, making them important both scientifically and commercially for collectors and researchers.

The Trilobite – Reedops

The genus Reedops belongs to the order Phacopida and family Phacopidae, known for trilobites with well-developed compound eyes and robust cephalons. Reedops is closely related to the more widely recognised Phacops, and both genera are celebrated for their large, lens-rich eyes. These compound eyes, made of calcite, gave Reedops extraordinary vision for detecting predators and navigating seafloor habitats.

Typical features of Reedops trilobites include:

  • Large, multifaceted compound eyes with hundreds of calcite lenses.
  • A broad, convex cephalon (head shield) with a distinctive glabella.
  • Well-segmented thorax with smooth articulation, allowing flexibility.
  • A moderately rounded pygidium (tail shield), finely segmented.
  • An overall sturdy, oval-shaped body adapted to life on the Devonian seabed.

Morphological Features of This Specimen

This A-grade specimen demonstrates the defining features of Reedops in excellent detail:

  • Both compound eyes are clearly visible and well-preserved.
  • The cephalon and glabella show sharp, natural definition.
  • The thoracic segments are articulated with clean lines and symmetry.
  • The pygidium is complete, displaying delicate segmentation.
  • Fine details of the exoskeleton are enhanced through expert preparation.

The three-dimensional preservation and careful exposure make this specimen both scientifically important and visually impressive, ideal for display in a fossil collection.

Collectible and Scientific Value

Reedops trilobites are highly sought-after by collectors because of their aesthetic form and scientific significance. They offer key insights into trilobite evolution, adaptation, and ecology during the Devonian. This specimen represents not only an important teaching fossil but also a display piece of natural history, highlighting the extraordinary biodiversity of ancient seas.

For collectors, this Reedops fossil represents an opportunity to acquire a premium-grade specimen from one of the world’s most important fossil localities. Its authenticity, expert preparation, and natural beauty make it an investment piece that will be admired for years to come.

Key Details of this Specimen

  • Species: Reedops (Phacopid trilobite)
  • Age: Devonian (~419–359 million years ago)
  • Locality: Laatchana, Hamar Laghdad, Morocco
  • Formation: Devonian marine strata
  • Fossil Type: A-grade complete trilobite fossil
  • Authenticity: Guaranteed 100% genuine with Certificate of Authenticity
  • Preparation: Expertly prepared by a skilled Moroccan fossil specialist
  • Exact Fossil: The photographed specimen is the one supplied
  • Scale Reference: 1cm cube visible in images for accurate measurement

This Reedops A-grade trilobite fossil is a scientifically important, ethically sourced, and beautifully prepared piece of natural history, perfect for collectors, researchers, or enthusiasts of the ancient world.

Additional information

Era

Devonian
Origin

Morocco

Devonian Information

The Devonian Period (419–359 million years ago), known as the "Age of Fishes," was a time of major evolutionary advances in both marine and terrestrial life. The oceans were dominated by armored placoderm fish, early sharks, and lobe-finned fish like Tiktaalik, which had features that helped vertebrates transition to land. Coral reefs flourished, and ammonites became more diverse. On land, the first forests appeared, with early trees like Archaeopteris, leading to a drop in atmospheric carbon dioxide and climate cooling. The first tetrapods (four-legged vertebrates) began evolving from fish, marking a critical step in the evolution of amphibians. The period ended with the Devonian extinction, likely caused by ocean anoxia and climate shifts, wiping out many marine species and reshaping ecosystems.

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