2" Fossil Shrimp Carpopenaeus Cretaceous Age 100 Mil Yrs Old Lebanon COA

Location: Cenomanian Formation, Hjoula, Lebanon

Weight: 4 Ounces

Dimensions: 3 Inches Long, 2.7 Inches Wide, 0.6 Inches Thick (Plate)

Shrimp Dimensions: 2 Inches Long, 1.1 Inches Wide

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100 million years old Cretaceous Age.

This beautifully preserved fossil shrimp (Carpopenaeus) rests delicately within its natural limestone matrix, a remarkable window into marine life from the Cretaceous period, approximately 100 million years ago. The fossil beds from which it originates were famously referenced by the ancient Greek historian Herodotus, who wrote of “fish in the stones.” Unlike many examples that have undergone restoration or artificial enhancement, this specimen remains in its entirely natural state, allowing its fine details and organic form to speak for themselves.

The Cretaceous limestone deposits of Lebanon are among the most extraordinary fossil-bearing formations in the world, preserving an incredible diversity of ancient marine life. These deposits, comparable in quality to those of Solnhofen, Germany, are renowned for their exceptional detail and preservation. One of their most distinctive features is that the fossils often share the same coloration as the surrounding limestone matrix, creating a seamless and natural appearance. Found primarily in the regions of Sahel Alma, Hajoula, and Haqel, these deposits date to the Cenomanian Stage of the Middle Cretaceous, approximately 100 million years ago. While the sites are best known for their beautifully preserved fish fossils, they also contain a rich variety of invertebrates, including shrimp, lobsters, and other marine creatures.