Articulated Ichthyosaur Vertebrae and Ribs

ARTICULATED ICHTHYOSAUR VERTEBRAE AND RIBS A compact section of Stenopterygius quadriscissus, preserving a series of articulated vertebrae with associated ribs in the original matrix. Recovered from the Lower Jurassic deposits of Holzmaden, Germany, the specimen was prepared in a specialist German laboratory to reveal the bone while retaining the natural character of the surrounding stone. Presented on a custom metal display stand. GEOLOGICAL CONTEXT Species: Stenopterygius quadriscissus Formation: Holzmaden Shale Location: Holzmaden, Baden-Württemberg, Germany Age: Lower Jurassic, approximately 180 million years DIMENSIONS Slab: 7.5 in H × 10.5 in W × 2 in D Weight: 6 lb / 2.7 kg Display: 10 in H × 11 in W × 7 in D Please contact us regarding shipping arrangements. International buyers are responsible for any applicable import duties or taxes.