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LOT 2491
Natural History - Fossil Dragon Fly Larvae
MIOCENE PERIOD, CIRCA 16 MILLION YEARS B.P.
5 3/8 x 4 1/4 in. (153 grams total, 13.5 x 11 cm including case).
Comprising two Libellula doris larvae on an irregular matrix; supplied in a glazed display case with information ticket. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Piedmont, Italy.
Ex Bristol, UK, collection.
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Natural History - Fossil Dragon Fly Larvae
Miocene Period, circa 16 million years B.P.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Comprising two Libellula doris larvae on an irregular matrix; supplied in a glazed display case with information ticket. 153 grams total, 13.5 x 11 cm including case
From Piedmont, Italy. Ex Bristol, UK, collection. -
Natural History - Canis Lupus Ice Age Wolf's Skull
Pleistocene Period, circa 60,000-40,000 B.P.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £525
Partially fossilized and near complete, retaining many of the animal's teeth; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 2.18 kg total, 24.5 cm high including stand
From the private collection of a London gentleman.