Calymene (Colpocoryphe) Trilobite

📍 Only available for shipment in Tunisia

The Story

Trilobites were a highly diverse group of extinct marine arthropods and among the most successful early animals on our planet. This specimen, belonging to the Calymene group, dates back to the Upper Ordovician period. Recovered from the Ktaoua Group in the Anti-Atlas Region of Morocco, these trilobites are preserved as internal molds within ancient sandstone. Having survived the vast stretches of geological time—from their emergence 521 million years ago to their eventual extinction 250 million years ago—these "three-lobed" creatures serve as a profound sign of the complex biological history embedded within the Earth’s crust.

The Details

 * Scientific Name: Colpocoryphe sp. (often associated with Calymene/Flexicalymene)

 * Era: Upper Ordovician

 * Formation: Ktaoua Group

 * Location: Jebel Tiskouine, Anti-Atlas Region, Morocco

 * Size: Specimens range from 2" to 3" in length.

 * Presentation: Natural sandstone internal mold.

 * Taxonomy: Phylum Arthropoda, Class Trilobita.

Heritage & Authenticity Note

 * Quantity: Please note that each purchase is for ONE (1) individual Trilobite specimen.

 * Authenticity: All items are guaranteed authentic by Dahr • Earth & Era. These are genuine fossils recovered from the sandstone formations of Morocco.

 * Natural Variation: Please note that the item pictured is a representative of our collection. Because these are natural treasures of the Earth, the specific item you receive will vary in size, coloration, and precise shape.

 * Nature’s Mark: As genuine fossils hundreds of millions of years old, natural imperfections such as cracks, missing segments (such as a cheek), or professional repairs and stabilization are common. These are not defects but are characteristic signs of the item's genuine ancient nature and the preservation process by the individuals who discovered them.

 * Handling: All items are inherently fragile and must be handled with the utmost care. They must not be subjected to impact, dropped, or struck against other surfaces.

 * Return Policy: To maintain the integrity of our collection, all sales are final. No refunds are accepted except in extraordinary circumstances, solely at the discretion of the gallery.