Lot 118
Ancient World, Pleistocene period, 2.58 million to 11,7000 years ago. A fossilized turtle shell with preserved shell structures from the carapace. Turtle shells are deceptively simple looking, but actually very complicated pieces of evolution that form a shield for the vital organs of the turtle. Pleistocene turtles (Reptilia: Chelonni) lived nearly all over the world, although none have thus far been found in New Zealand. Size: 6.5" L x 5.7" W x 3.8" H (16.5 cm x 14.5 cm x 9.7 cm)
Provenance: Ex-Private Ventura County, CA collection
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#118491
- Condition: Shell has losses, to one side, as shown. Structures are well preserved as are details of the shell.
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