EONS: X48 GENUINE JURASSIC DINOSAUR FOOTPRINT / TRACK

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EONS: X48 GENUINE JURASSIC DINOSAUR FOOTPRINT / TRACK DESCRIPTION: This slab dates to the Early Jurassic period, roughly 200 million years ago, and was collected with great difficulty in Languedoc, Roussillon, France. The dinosaur that made this track was a GRALLATOR (pronounced GRAL-uh-tore) meaning 'stilt walker'. It was a herding dinosaur known only from its fossilized footprints. However, the foot of Coelophysis fit these tracks exactly, and is widely assumed to have been the maker - although it can never be proven. The following drawing of two smaller Coelophysis and a large prosauropod walking on alluvial sediment suggests the scenario when this track was made. Fossil prints are always found together with others because a lone print would not be recognizable except to the most trained eyes. This print was part of a much larger trackway comprised of many dozens of prints. Once found, that particular layer of rock can then be excavated further back into the hill to find more prints. It is dangerous, backbreaking, and time-consuming work which results in only a few tracks after a full day's labor -- if you're lucky. To highlight the print, an acetone-soluble dye was applied. In all cases, on every footprint specimen, from any formation, of any age, from anyw in the world, if the print is a different color than the matrix, then such a dye has been applied to improve the contrast. Most collectors prefer this practice since it makes the prints so much easier to see and enjoy, however for purists the dye is easily removable. In my photos I alternate between an overhead fluorescent light and a halogen spotlight from the right so that you can see the relief. The degree of relief is different for each track, but typically varies 1/16th inch ~ 3/16th inch from the surrounding plate. MATRIX: 7.5 inches x 6.5 inches x 1/4 inch thick PRINT SIZE: 4.5 inches from the tip of the middle toe to the location of the heel WEIGHT: 0.5 pound net / 2.9 pounds shipping COMMENT: The specimen has been repaired, hence the 50% price cut to $79 RETAIL VALUE: $400 ~ $800 per print (the price you'd see in a gallery or museum shop) WE SHIP EVERYW! Please use the postage calculator at the bottom of this page to see the shipping options and costs to your location. The quoted amount includes a modest fee to cover the cost of the heavy-duty, commercial-grade packing materials to ensure that your specimen arrives safely. WHY BUY FROM EONS AGO COMPANY? ARE JUST A FEW REASONS... 100% feedback rating (half from repeat customers) with 15,000+ transactions, 6600+ feedbacks, 2700+ unique customers Total commitment and honest dedication to customer delight; how else to consistently please so many eBayers? I have been on eBay since the beginning and have sold more than $1.5 million worth of fossils Completely risk-free transaction with a USA dealer My experience and expertise assures you of a genuine fossil Large, clear auction photos guarantee no disappointments upon receipt Full lifetime authenticity guarantee including even shipping costs Low cost same-day or next-day shipping 30 day return policy for any reason Super safe packaging and professional materials gets your fossil to you safely Informative emails acknowledging payment receipt and shipping confirmation Friendly service and fast responses to your questions WE DON'T PROVIDE CERTIFICATES OF AUTHENTICITY. 'S WHY GUARANTEE OF AUTHENTICITY: All my items are 100% guaranteed authentic for as long as you own it. Your money will be immediately refunded (including shipping both ways) if the written opinion of a museum curator, auction house, accredited geologist or paleontologist, certified appraiser, or recognized expert in the field disputes my claim of authenticity. To keep your guarantee in force, you must keep a printout of this auction page. PAYMENT METHODS AND INSTRUCTIONS: We accept PayPal, e-checks (preferred), money order, or personal check (which require a 14 days to clear). If you ... read more

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