1.1" Fossil Shrimp Carpopenaeus Cretaceous Age 100 Mil Yrs Old Lebanon COA
Location: Cenomanian Formation, Hjoula, Lebanon
Weight: 3.1 Ounces
Dimensions: 3 Inches Long, 2.6 Inches Wide, 0.3 Inches Thick (Plate)
Shrimp Dimensions: 1.1 Inches Long, 1 Inch Wide
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100 million years old Cretaceous Age.
This genuine Carpopenaeus fossil shrimp is preserved in solid limestone, capturing extraordinary anatomical detail from the ancient seas of the Cretaceous period, dating back approximately 100 million years. The natural preservation highlights the segmented body and fine features of this prehistoric crustacean, providing a rare and visually striking example of marine life from the age of dinosaurs.
The fossil-rich limestone deposits that produce these specimens have been admired since antiquity. Historical accounts, including those associated with the Greek historian Herodotus, famously referred to these stone-embedded marine fossils as “fish in the stones,” reflecting the long-standing fascination with these remarkable fossil beds.
What makes this specimen especially desirable is its completely untouched condition. Many fossil shrimp available today have been stabilized, repaired, or enhanced for presentation. This example remains unaltered and original, preserving both its scientific integrity and its natural aesthetic.
A Carpopenaeus fossil shrimp of this quality is ideal for fossil collectors, museums, and educational displays. It represents a true snapshot of prehistoric marine ecosystems and offers a tangible connection to the ancient oceans that once covered the Earth.
