2.95" Walliserops Trilobite - Exceptional Shell Quality

This is one of the weirdest, and most visually stunning species of trilobite, Walliserops trifurcatus. There is some debate about the purpose of the trident shaped appendage or rostrum coming off the front of it's head but it's likely it could have either had sensory purposes or have been used to stir up the mud while looking for food.

The preparation and shell detail on this specimen is fantastic. There is no burning from air abrasives which can be observed on lower quality specimens. Clear eye facets in both eyes and all of the spines are real. Less than 1% restoration along repaired cracks.