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Metacanthina issoumourensis

Era: Paleozoic

Period: Lower Devonian (410.8-407.6 Ma)

Stage: Late Pragian

Location: Djebel Issoumoure (Red Quarry) 

Province: Tinghir

Region: Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco

Coordinates: 31°01'14.7"N 5°03'20.3"W

Trilobite measurements: 9 x 18 mm / 0,35" x 0,71"

Matrix measurements: 112 x 74 74 mm / 4,41"x 2,91"x 2,91"

Weight: 451 g / 0,995 lb

Description: Metacanthina issoumourensis in a defensive position, something very unusual; we've only seen three specimens in this position since our inception. Magnificently cleaned by expert hands, with the pleural and pygidial spines exposed. Sandblasted fossil, well preserved, 100% natural, without restoration, painting or resin.


This piece will travel insured in a safety package to arrive in perfect condition.

Metacanthina issoumourensis

SKU: META176
€250.00Price
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