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Gigantic Cyclurus from the Messel Pit – Unique Museum Exhibit
Up for sale is a showpiece for collectors of fossil fish: A magnificent, large-growing, and complete Cyclurus from the world-famous Messel Pit.
The highlights of this top-tier fossil:
Size: With an impressive length of a proud 47 centimeters, this Cyclurus belongs to the absolute giants of its kind. While smaller fish from Messel are regularly to be found, a predatory fish of this dimension is an absolute exception. The matrix measures approximately 64 x 28 cm.
Historic World Heritage Site: The Messel Pit near Darmstadt is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site for good reason. The oil shale of this Eocene fossil site (approx. 47 million years old) allows for a detail preservation that is unmatched worldwide.
Extreme Market Rarity: Fossils from the Messel Pit are strictly protected today. New finds practically no longer reach the open market. A historical old find of this magnitude is only extremely rarely given up by private owners. For discerning collectors and investors, this is one of the very few opportunities to legally acquire such a showpiece.
Condition and Preparation:
The fish was transferred to a stable synthetic resin plate using the classic, elaborate transfer method in order to permanently secure the exhibit for eternity. The preparation was carried out at the highest level of craftsmanship. The fish lies in relief and three-dimensionally on the plate. Fine details are visible, such as the dentition.
An absolute highlight for any high-end collection, a representative display piece for exclusive living spaces, or a value-stable investment.
Up for sale is a showpiece for collectors of fossil fish: A magnificent, large-growing, and complete Cyclurus from the world-famous Messel Pit.
The highlights of this top-tier fossil:
Size: With an impressive length of a proud 47 centimeters, this Cyclurus belongs to the absolute giants of its kind. While smaller fish from Messel are regularly to be found, a predatory fish of this dimension is an absolute exception. The matrix measures approximately 64 x 28 cm.
Historic World Heritage Site: The Messel Pit near Darmstadt is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site for good reason. The oil shale of this Eocene fossil site (approx. 47 million years old) allows for a detail preservation that is unmatched worldwide.
Extreme Market Rarity: Fossils from the Messel Pit are strictly protected today. New finds practically no longer reach the open market. A historical old find of this magnitude is only extremely rarely given up by private owners. For discerning collectors and investors, this is one of the very few opportunities to legally acquire such a showpiece.
Condition and Preparation:
The fish was transferred to a stable synthetic resin plate using the classic, elaborate transfer method in order to permanently secure the exhibit for eternity. The preparation was carried out at the highest level of craftsmanship. The fish lies in relief and three-dimensionally on the plate. Fine details are visible, such as the dentition.
An absolute highlight for any high-end collection, a representative display piece for exclusive living spaces, or a value-stable investment.
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