Detailed, Enrolled Lochovella (Reedops) Trilobite - Oklahoma

This is a enrolled specimen of the phacopid trilobite Lochovella deckeri (formerly Reedops) from the Haragan Formation of Oklahoma. It's partially enrolled but has excellent preservation and preparation including clear eye facets.

The Black Cat Mountain Quarry produces a limited number of arguably the most beautiful trilobites in the United States each year. Each specimen is meticulously prepared by quarry owner Bob Carroll under microscope to expose the smallest details. This is a very time consuming process, taking many hours, but yields spectacular results.

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