Enigmatic Medusoid (jellyfish-like) organism (Dactyloidites) Cambrian, New York

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Item DescriptionSpecies : Dactyloidites asteroides (hydrozoon jellyfish? )Age : Lower Cambrian Formation : Mettaee Argillite (Slate) Location : Penryn Hill Slate Quarry (now closed), Middle Granville, Washington County, New York Size of Plate : 7.7 x 7.1 cm Collected : circa 1970 Here is an interesting enigmatic organism from an Early Cambrian locality. Dactyloidites asteroides has been a bit of a mystery since Walcott first described it from this exact quarry in 1891. It was described as an unusual medosoid. Later several described it as a trace fossil. Other have referred to it once again to a medusoid or jellyfish like organism. Several other species of organisms with the name Dactyloidites have been deteremined to be trace fossils, however, the true identity of Dactyloidites asteroides remains a mystery. Regardless, Dactyloidites asteroides is a classic enigmatic fossil from the Cambrian that has perplexed paleontologists since Walcott's days (late 1800's) through the present. Do not miss out on this piece! If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask. Pictures Payment Policy Only PayPal is Accepted Immediate Payment is required after the Winning Bid Item will be shipped within two business days of receiving full payment Shipping Policy Worldwide Shipping Items Will be Shipped by USPS Priority Mail within Two Business read more

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