Elonichthys #2

This fossilized fish, Elonichthys, comes from the Permian (Schwarzpelit Bank) of Morsbacherhof in the Eifel region
in Germany.

The animal is preserved with great detail and displays an attractive contrast between the white fossil substance and 
the greenish-brown sediment.
Such white fossils formed in localized areas when the fossil-bearing layers were heated by scorching lava from volcanic 
eruptions. These fossils are called "fried" fossils.

The animal is completely preserved and measures approximately 6.5 cm. The stone is unbroken, measuring 
about 11 x 8 x 0.5 cm. The back of the stone was stabilized with fiberglass mat and synthetic resin, making it 
solid and shatterproof.

The area where it was found has been under strict protection since 1986, and no new finds from there are coming 
onto the market. The piece offered here comes from an old collection.

No manipulations!