Description
Age: Lower Cambrian
Species Name: Olenellus gilberti
Order / Family: Redlichiida / Olenellidae
Locality: Lincoln County, Nevada
Formation: Pioche Shale
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A perfect example of the archaic Olenellus gilberti measuring 4.8 cm. Situated on a reddish brown matrix with large dendrite crystal growths, making for a very aesthetic display piece. While O. gilberti can reach large sizes, tightly articulated examples over 4 cm seem to be extremely scarce. This specimen is a a textbook example of this sought after species.
Age: Lower Cambrian
Species Name: Olenellus gilberti
Order / Family: Redlichiida / Olenellidae
Locality: Lincoln County, Nevada
Formation: Pioche Shale
| Age | Lower Cambrian |
|---|---|
| Specimen Dimensions | Length: 4.8 cm |
| Matrix Dimensions | 25.5 cm x 14 cm x 2 cm Weight: 2 lb 0.8 oz |