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High Quality Cast: PTERODACTYL Fossil (Flying Reptile)

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Sold Date: 03/01/2009
Channel: Online Auction
Source: eBay
Category: Advertising

Museum-quality cast of Pterodactyl Pterosaur (extinct flying reptile)
Species: Pterodactylus kochi
Upper Jurassic
Approx. 150 million years old
Bavaria, Germany
This exquisite cast was produced from one of the most complete fossils of this pterosaur species ever found, hailing from the famous Solnhofen Limestone in Germany. It was carefully cast in high-strength gypsum cementand meticulously hand painted to faithfully reproduce the finest details of the original specimen, including the tiny teeth and claws, delicate bones of the ribs, feet, and tail. Each forelimb includes a greatly elongated finger which in life supported the flexible wing membranes. One can also see contours in the matrix thought to represent portions of the soft tissue. Do not mistake this cast for a sculpture of this specimen sometimes sold by others. Several books feature photos of this specimen. It is one of the smaller pterosaur species, but an adult individual. The cast is approx. 7 x 5.5 inches, although the pterosaur's wings (folded in the fossil) would have extended over 18 inches across when stretched out during flight. This would make a great addition to a fossil collection, a wonderful conversation piece and educational tool and a great gift for any science and nature lover. Includes a wire hanger on the back and full identification label.

Shipping by Priority Mail: 6.95 (add 1.75 for insurance if desired). Canada, Alaska and Hawaii bidders to pay actual ship costs. Payment by PayPal required (per eBay policy). Money back if not satisfied. Thank you!