Marine Fossil Association Featuring 23.5” Ray

This spectacular marine scene features a wonderfully preserved 23.5” fossil ray (Rombopterygia) associated with an eel (Anguillavus) and a small fish (Guadryella).

Fossils of this caliber enable significant reconstruction of ancient anatomy and behavior, contributing to the advancement of paleontology. Its outstanding display quality makes it a striking centerpiece for a prestigious private collection or a scientific institution, offering both scientific significance and visual impact.

 

TAXONOMY (Rombopterygia)

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Sarcopterygii
• Species: Rombopterygia

GEOLOGICAL CONTEXT

• Location: Haqil, Byblos, Lebanon.
• Age: Cenomanian, Upper Cretaceous, C4, 100 million years old.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 

• Dimensions: Ray measures 23.5 inches long  (59.7 cm).
• Matrix measures 20" x 24.5" x 0.25" (50.8 x 62.2 x 0.6 cm).
• Weight: 63 lbs (28.6 kg).

 

Though there is repair to the matrix the fossil specimens are essentially unrestored, with only minor touch ups along the repair lines.

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