SKU:S786

Large Prehistoric Trilobite Fossil Display Piece

Name: Large Prehistoric Trilobite Fossil Display Piece
Brand: ForeverGems_Tuc26
SKU: S786
Price: 180.00 ZAR
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Large Prehistoric Trilobite Fossil Display Piece

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Own a genuine piece of prehistoric history with this authentic Calymene Trilobite Fossil from the famous fossil beds of Jebel Tiskouine in Morocco’s Anti-Atlas Region. This remarkable Moroccan trilobite fossil is preserved as a natural internal mould within sandstone and offers an incredible glimpse into ancient marine life that existed over 440 million years ago.

Trilobites were extinct marine arthropods related to modern crabs, lobsters, and horseshoe crabs. First appearing during the Early Cambrian Period around 521 million years ago, they became one of the most successful life forms in Earth’s ancient oceans. With more than 25,000 known species, trilobites occupied nearly every marine environment before eventually disappearing during the Permian mass extinction approximately 250 million years ago.

This Ordovician trilobite fossil comes from the fossil-rich Ktaoua Group formations of Morocco, an area once covered by a shallow prehistoric sea. Over millions of years, sediment buried these ancient creatures, preserving their detailed segmented bodies within stone. Today, the Anti-Atlas Mountains are internationally recognised for producing some of the world’s most collectible trilobite fossils.

Often referred to as Flexicalymene ouzregui, these fossils remain highly sought after by fossil collectors, educators, and natural history enthusiasts. Each authentic trilobite fossil is completely unique, with natural variations in preservation, texture, and colour that add to its prehistoric character.

The Details You Need

✓ SPECIMEN: Fossil Calymene Trilobite
✓ SPECIES: Colpocoryphe sp.
✓ AGE: Upper Ordovician (Approx. 440–450 Million Years Old)
✓ FORMATION: Ktaoua Group
✓ LOCATION: Jebel Tiskouine, Anti-Atlas Region, Morocco
✓ SIZE: 89mm x 47mm
✓ WEIGHT: 128 grams

Each fossil is carefully selected by Forever Gems and makes a fascinating addition to any fossil collection, curiosity cabinet, or natural history display.

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Online Only: This exact piece is available online only. Similar pieces may be available in store so please check with us before you visit Forever Gems in Franschhoek. Want to view it in-store? Just ask — we’ll arrange it.

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Authenticity Guaranteed 🛡️

Every specimen at Forever Gems is personally hand-selected and verified. We source exclusively from trusted IMCA-registered dealers, artisanal miners, and long-standing partners we meet with annually at the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show.

Any replica or reproduction fossils are always clearly labeled and sold separately.

Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee

We stand behind the authenticity of every fossil we sell. If a fossil purchased from Forever Gems can be scientifically proven not to be authentic, it may be returned at any time for a full refund, provided supporting proof is supplied. This lifetime authenticity guarantee is in addition to our standard 30-day return policy.

Rather than paper certificates, we rely on over 13 years of experience, expert knowledge, and trusted supplier relationships to ensure authenticity and quality.

Shipping & Collection 🚚

We ship nationwide with The Courier Guy and RAM Hand-to-Hand Couriers primarily and worldwide with FedEx. Tracking provided on all orders.

Local pickup: Wellington by appointment, Franschhoek Store Fri–Sun, or Franschhoek Village Market Saturdays (weather permitting).

Own courier: We’ll notify you when ready for collection from Wellington, SA.

International: Shipping options show at checkout. Duties/taxes, if any, are paid by the buyer.

All specimens are securely packaged to arrive safely. Questions? Contact us

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