Lot 654
Group Of 4 Trilobites With Eyestalks. Some of the most life-like and spectacular of trilobites come from the 450 million year old Wolchow River Basin southwest of St. Petersburg, Russia. These incredibly detailed trilobites are usually found as individuals but rarely as a group. This group of 4 eye-stalked trilobites (Neoasaphus kuthkovi) range in size from 3 inches to 4 inches in length. These highly unusual trilobites buried themselves in the sandy sea bottom with only their eyes exposed, protecting themselves from predators and enabling them to ambush small prey.
What is even more unusual is the preservation of one of these rare trilobites in an upside down position, exposing its thin, sharp mouth, known as a hypostome. The hypostome is carved out in high relief. This family of 4 trilobites is aesthetically displayed on the natural limestone base measuring 16 x 9 inches and including a 1¼ inch round ball echinodum, a relative of modern sea urchins related to star fish with plates of five-fold symmetry making up its body. A museum-quality display of light brown trilobites. Total weight is 13 pounds.
Estimated Value $950 - 1,500.
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