Lot 506
Massive And Stunning Dinosaur Bone. Perfectly preserved agatized bone specimen from the Jurassic period, found many years ago in Wyoming prior to the ban on fossil hunting on national parkland. About as fine as they come, for symmetry, color and condition. Outside, a beautifully textured grey with undulating ridges, accented in subtle shades of brown and henna; inside (visible at both ends,where the specimen has been expertly sliced) a very striking and exceptionally rare "marrow bone" appearance. This comprises a heavy layer of red encircling a central component of white marble-like substance. It would not be overstating to say that fewer than five in 10,000 dinosaur bone specimens preserve in so graphic a manner, as the conditions necessary for this seldom existed. Weight, about ten pounds.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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| Realized $518 |
