4 Four Fossil Shrimp Carpopenaeus Cretaceous Age 100 Mil Yrs Old Lebanon COA

Location: Cenomanian Formation, Hjoula, Lebanon

Weight: 5.6 Ounces

Dimensions: 4.2 Inches Long, 3.3 Inches Wide, 0.43 Inches Thick (Plate)

Shrimp One Dimensions: 1.3 Inches Long, 1 Inch Wide

Shrimp Two Dimensions: 1.2 Inches Long, 1 Inch Wide

Shrimp Three Dimensions: 1.1 Inches Long, 1 Inch Wide

Shrimp Four Dimensions: 1.1 Inches Long, 1 Inch Wide

Comes with a Certificate of  Authenticity.

The item pictured is the one you will receive.

This is a genuine fossil

100 million years old Cretaceous Age.

Well-preserved fossil shrimp (Carpopenaeus) in matrix.
This shrimp dates to the Cretaceous period, around 100 million years ago. These fossil deposits were first mentioned by the Greek historian Herodotus, who famously described them as “fish in the stones.” Unlike many lower-quality specimens from this locality, this shrimp shows no color enhancement or restoration, preserving its natural authenticity.

The Cretaceous limestone deposits of Lebanon are exceptionally rich and diverse, showcasing an incredible variety of ancient marine life. Fossils from these deposits rival those from Solnhofen, Germany, and share the remarkable characteristic of being the same color as the surrounding limestone matrix. The formations of Sahel Alma, Hajoula, and Haqel date to the Cenomanian Stage of the Middle Cretaceous, about 100 million years ago. While these sites are most celebrated for their exquisitely preserved fossil fish, they also yield a wide array of well-preserved invertebrates, including shrimp and lobsters.