Palasteriscus devonicus, Bundenbach

Exclusive Rarity: Palasteriscus devonicus from the Hunsrueck Slate

Secure a true paleontological rarity! This extremely scarce starfish of the genus Palasteriscus devonicus is a premier highlight for discerning collectors and museums alike.

The Locality: A World-Class Fossil Site
This fossil originates from the world famous Konservat Lagerstaette of the Hunsrueck Slate (Kaub Formation) near Bundenbach, Germany. These organisms were abruptly buried by catastrophic mudflows approximately 400 million years ago during the Lower Devonion. Due to the unique process of pyritization, the finest details of the skeletal structure have been preserved, possessing a quality that is unparalleled worldwide.

Scientific Significance & Rarity:

• Rarity Value: While trilobites, for example, are more common in the Hunsrueck region, Palasteriscus is a rare representative of the primitive Stenuroidea. Finding such a specimen is a stroke of luck.
• Oral (Ventral) Position: Palasteriscids feature a distinctive ventral side (underside). This area displays the adambulacral and ambulacral series. The mouth-angle ossicles are shovel-shaped and partially enclosed by proximal adambulacrals. In Palasteriscus and related genera, the adambulacralia are notably broad.
• Historical Context: Specimens from the classic pits around Bundenbach are considered crisis-proof investments and significant scientific documents of evolution.
• Dimensions: The specimen measures approximately 17 x 13 cm. The matrix (stone) is unbroken and measures approximately 21 x 17 cm.
• Authenticity: There are no manipulations or restorations on this specimen.

Seize this opportunity to secure a timeless witness of Earths history from the depths of the Devonian sea!

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