Pleistocene Fossil Crab in Travertine Tile - Denizli, Turkey. Beautiful Potamon

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Pleistocene Fossil Crab in Travertine Tile - Denizli, Turkey. Beautiful Potamon:
$449.00

Experience the wonder of history with this museum-quality mineralized crab fossil, carefully preserved within a pocket discovered during the cutting of Travertine slabs. A visually appealing cut slab, this first-of-its-kind specimen from Turkey, belonging to the large Potamon species, has been impeccably preserved as a natural outer cast within its own "travertine cave." Boasting remarkable detail and well-preserved claws and carapace, this unique fossil is a testament to the ancient world, with origins rooted in the travertine formations near mineral springs. With an estimated age of 300,000-400,000 years from the Pleistocene era, these extraordinary fossils offer a captivating glimpse into the past, making for an exquisite addition to any collection.