Triceratops Pes Hoof Core

A rare, massive PATHOLOGIC Triceratops horridus hoof core (pes claw) from the late Cretaceous of northern North America. Triceratops was a large ceratopsian dinosaur found in the Hell Creek formation which is known for three horns and a large frill protecting its neck. This adult hoof core has exceptional detail preserved and excellent color & patina. This Triceratops has a large deformity at the base of the hoof core where the bone grew an extra 2".  This Triceratops must have had a bad limb. Complete specimen with the front rim restored.. Note - Triceratops hoof cores are generally smaller than Hadrosaur, have a very rugous surface, have a characteristeristic "shallow ledge" on the under side, have less height than Hadrosaur, and are much more difficult to find. This hoof core has  the correct features is is incredibly preserved. Legally collected on private land in Garfield Co., Montana. Authenticity guaranteed. True Triceratops hoof cores are very difficult to locate, and this is a unique example!  Note - this specimen weighs 2 bs. A supplemental shipping charge will apply for international orders.

DC61         SIZE: 5-3/8" Length x  4-5/8" Wide x 3-1/4" Height

Note - Adding 14 new Triceratops bones in November 2024.       Link to Triceratops fossils catalog