2.2" Potaman Sp Fossil Freshwater Crab In Travertine Denizli Basin Southwest Turkey

Location: Denizli Basin, Southwest Turkey

Weight: 1 Pound 3.7 Ounces

Dimensions: 4.1 Inches Long, 3.8 Inches Wide, 1.1 Inches Thick (Matrix)

Crab Dimensions: 2.2 Inches Long, 1.4 Inches Wide, 0.5 Inches Thick

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Pleistocene Age, 400,000 Years old.

This Potamon Sp., the fossil freshwater crab, is a rare and visually striking specimen, preserved in three-dimensional detail within a white travertine matrix and coated with calcium carbonate. Its delicate anatomy is vividly captured, making it a standout fossil for display.

Formed in mineral-rich springs over the past 400,000 years in the Denizli Basin, Southwest Turkey, this travertine fossil is exceptionally rare. Discovered during quarrying operations, it offers a unique glimpse into the evolution, ecology, and habitat of ancient freshwater crabs.

Perfect for collectors, museums, and educational exhibits, this Potamon Sp. Fossil crab combines scientific significance, rarity, and aesthetic beauty, making it a prized addition to any fossil collection.