Crinoid

SKU
M2053
In stock
$335.00
Overview

Two Top Quality Scyphocrinites elegans crinoids from Alnif, southeastern Morocco. The Scyphocrinites crinoid was a floating variety which was attached to a holdfast air bladder that supported multiple stems and calyx ("flower"). This large crinoid has a bulbous calyx with incredible detail and the calyxs are large.  These crinoids make fantastic display pieces. Museum Quality. Authenticity guaranteed. Matrix size: 13-1/2" x 8-1/4".  Note - Weighs 10.3 lbs - international shipping charge supplement required. Note - International customers will have discounted shipping. Please inquire.

M2053        CALYX SIZE:  6" x 4-1/4"  &   7-1/2" x 3-1/2"

Name: Scyphocrinites elegans        Age: Upper Silurian (420 MMYA)        Location: Djebel Issoumour, Alnif, Morocco

Note - Posting a 9 piece crinoid collection in November 2023.     Link to Crinoids

 

Well preserved, large Scyphocrinites elegans crinoids. These crinoids have a bulbous calyx with incredible detail. These crinoids make fantastic display pieces. A fantastic specimen display.

Moroccan Silurian crinoids - Unlike today's sea lilies which resemble flowers fastened to the seafloor which are crowned with a pinwheel of frilled arms. The Scyphocrinites crinoid was a floating variety which was attached to a holdfast air bladder that supported multiple stems and calyx ("flower"). 

Name: Scyphocrinites elegans

Age: Upper Silurian (420 MMYA)

Location: Djebel Issoumour, Alnif, Morocco