This Nautiloid from the east African island nation of Madagascar is in superb condition with skilled handling to bring it to this point. The fine sutures are very defined and detailed. The mouth is wide and characteristic of the ancient Nautiloids. There is even a small geode-like chamber in the mouth. The entire fossil exhibits great qualities of preservation, and it exhibits is a wonderful way the Fibonacci Proportions. The agatized material has replaced the original flesh of this animal down to the molecular level. This fossil is of high display quality for an office or show case in the home.
Length - 3.2 inches
Mouth - 2 inches
Weight - 11.3 ounces