Morocops sp.
Era: Paleozoic
Period: Devonian
Stage: Emsian-Eifelian (407.6 -387.7 Ma)
Location: Hamar Laghdad, near Erfoud
Horizon: Phacopids
Formation: Amerboh - Bou Tchrafine
Province: Erachidia
Region: Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco
Coordinates: 31°22'46.5"N 4°03'26.0"W
Trilobite length: 15mm / 0.59" (the stretched trilobite would measure approximately 33mm)
Trilobite width: 19mm / 0.75"
Matrix measurements: 56 x 45 x 25mm / 2,2" x 1,77"x 0.98"
Weight: 96g / 0.212lb
Description: Wonderful specimen of Morocops sp. from the world famous carbonate mounds (kess-kess) in which unique red trilobites appear. Opportunity to acquire a unique specimen that is only in the hands of a few collectors on the entire planet. This trilobite has fossilized in red color due to the high iron content deposited in this place.
Sandblasted, well preserved, 100% natural fossil, no restoration or spines from another trilobite or paint.
 
This piece will travel insured in a safety package to arrive in perfect condition.