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Sensational Dragonfly: Mesuropetala muensteri from Solnhofen
A museum-quality highlight for collectors of Solnhofen fossils! Up for sale is an impressively large and detailed specimen of the dragonfly species Mesuropetala muensteri.
Fossil Details:
Dragonflies are among the most sought-after fossils from the Solnhofen archipelago. This specimen stands out not only due to its remarkable wingspan of nearly 10 cm but especially because of its presentation on a large-format, fully preserved stone slab. Since the plate is unbroken, it is perfectly suited as a representative display piece for high-end collections or as an exclusive natural art object. The fine structures of the wings and body are excellently visible, testifying to the unique preservation conditions of the ancient Solnhofen lagoon.
Rare Opportunity:
Fossils of this quality are becoming increasingly rare. As active quarrying in the classic Solnhofen sites (such as Eichstaett or Solnhofen) has declined significantly and very little new material is being extracted, the supply of first-class finds is steadily shrinking. Investing in a high-quality piece like this is therefore not only attractive for collectors but also interesting as a long-term investment.
Condition:
Natural state and professionally prepared. No restorations, no manipulations. A truly unique piece of prehistoric fauna.
A museum-quality highlight for collectors of Solnhofen fossils! Up for sale is an impressively large and detailed specimen of the dragonfly species Mesuropetala muensteri.
Fossil Details:
- Species: Mesuropetala muensteri (Dragonfly)
- Location: Solnhofen Limestone, Bavaria, Germany
- Formation: Upper Jurassic, Tithonian
- Age: approx. 150 million years
- Wingspan: approx. 9.5 cm (3.74 inches)
- Matrix size: 44 x 21 x 1 cm (The slab is unbroken!)
Dragonflies are among the most sought-after fossils from the Solnhofen archipelago. This specimen stands out not only due to its remarkable wingspan of nearly 10 cm but especially because of its presentation on a large-format, fully preserved stone slab. Since the plate is unbroken, it is perfectly suited as a representative display piece for high-end collections or as an exclusive natural art object. The fine structures of the wings and body are excellently visible, testifying to the unique preservation conditions of the ancient Solnhofen lagoon.
Rare Opportunity:
Fossils of this quality are becoming increasingly rare. As active quarrying in the classic Solnhofen sites (such as Eichstaett or Solnhofen) has declined significantly and very little new material is being extracted, the supply of first-class finds is steadily shrinking. Investing in a high-quality piece like this is therefore not only attractive for collectors but also interesting as a long-term investment.
Condition:
Natural state and professionally prepared. No restorations, no manipulations. A truly unique piece of prehistoric fauna.
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