3" "Trident" Walliserops Trilobite - Exceptional Preparation

This is an exceptionally prepared specimen of Walliserops trifurcatus from Foum Zguid, Morocco. The work was done by one of the very best preparators in the world, leaving the shell free of damage from air abrasion. Check out the pristine facets in both eyes and the many free-standing spines. It has no restoration.

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 its 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.