{"product_id":"asaphopsoides-yongshunensis-trilobite","title":"Asaphopsoides yongshunensis Trilobite","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTravel back approximately 480 million years with this impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsaphopsoides yongshunensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e trilobite fossil from the Early Ordovician Period. Originating from China, this remarkable specimen offers a fascinating glimpse into the prehistoric marine environments that existed long before dinosaurs appeared on Earth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsaphopsoides yongshunensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a distinctive species of trilobite known for its large, broad body, elongated oval shape, and beautifully segmented exoskeleton. This ancient marine arthropod possessed a wide head shield, a series of articulated thoracic segments, and a rounded tail shield. Some individuals of this species grew to more than 12 inches in length, making it one of the larger trilobite species known from China. Like other trilobites, these prehistoric creatures inhabited ancient oceans and relied on their protective exoskeletons for survival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis substantial specimen measures approximately 5.75 inches and features a broad, articulated trilobite preserved on a dark natural matrix. Its distinctive blue-gray coloration contrasts beautifully with the nearly black surrounding stone, highlighting the intricate details of its ancient exoskeleton. The fossil displays a prominent central axis, numerous well-defined thoracic segments, and broad lateral sections that curve toward the outer edges. Fine surface textures and natural mineral variations add character to this impressive specimen, making it an excellent display piece for fossil collectors and natural history enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAsaphopsoides yongshunensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeological Period:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early Ordovician\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Age:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 480 million years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yinchufu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrilobite Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 5.75 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatrix Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 7.5 x 4.75 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertificate of Authenticity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Restoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As with many trilobite fossils, some restoration or stabilization may be present. Please review all photographs carefully, as they show the exact specimen you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the exact specimen pictured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Contact Us\" href=\"https:\/\/1384c8-80.myshopify.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e I \u003ca title=\"Shipping\" href=\"https:\/\/1384c8-80.myshopify.com\/pages\/shipping-and-pick-up\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/a\u003e I \u003ca title=\"Returns\" href=\"https:\/\/1384c8-80.myshopify.com\/pages\/return-policy\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/a\u003e I \u003ca title=\"Authenticity\" href=\"https:\/\/1384c8-80.myshopify.com\/pages\/authenticity\"\u003eAuthenticity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tyrannostorus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47096681988292,"sku":"ASA-YON-TRL","price":274.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/9956\/8068\/files\/Asaphopsoidesyongshunensis1.png?v=1792704844","url":"https:\/\/tyrannostorus.com\/products\/asaphopsoides-yongshunensis-trilobite","provider":"Tyrannostorus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}