1.6" Fossil Shrimp Carpopenaeus Cretaceous Age 100 Mil Yrs Old Lebanon COA
Location: Cenomanian Formation, Hjoula, Lebanon
Weight: 3.3 Ounces
Dimensions: 3.2 Inches Long, 2.7 Inches Wide, 0.3 Inches Thick (Plate)
Shrimp Dimensions: 1.6 Inches Long, 1.3 Inches Wide
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100 million years old Cretaceous Age.
This genuine Carpopenaeus fossil shrimp is preserved in its natural limestone setting, displaying remarkable clarity and fine anatomical detail from the Cretaceous seas, dating back approximately 100 million years. The specimen offers a rare opportunity to observe the delicate form of an ancient marine crustacean, beautifully captured through natural fossilization.
The fossil-bearing limestones that produce these specimens have been admired since ancient times. Classical references, including those attributed to the Greek historian Herodotus, famously referred to these marine fossils as “fish in the stones,” highlighting their historical and scientific significance.
Unlike many fossil shrimp that have been modified to enhance appearance, this example remains entirely original and unrestored. Its untouched condition preserves both its natural beauty and its true scientific value, allowing the intricate structure of this prehistoric crustacean to be appreciated exactly as it was preserved millions of years ago.
Experience the majesty of ancient oceans through this remarkable Carpopenaeus fossil, cradled within its original limestone setting from the Cretaceous era, spanning back 100 million years. This specimen welcomes you into a world of paleontological discovery, allowing you to witness firsthand the intricate anatomy of a creature that once inhabited primordial seas. What makes this piece truly special is its commitment to authenticity—completely unaltered and unrestored, it preserves the natural beauty that time itself created. The storied fossil beds of Lebanon have inspired awe throughout human history, with even the ancient scholar Herodotus documenting their significance as "fish in the stones." By welcoming this genuine specimen into your collection, you're embracing a direct connection to Earth's deep past, choosing integrity over artificially enhanced alternatives, and celebrating the remarkable story nature has preserved for us.
