Genuine triceratops dinosaur bone fragment fossil – late cretaceous – south dakota usa – certificate included
£ 8.40
This listing features a genuine fossilised bone fragment from a Triceratops, one
of the most iconic dinosaurs to ever roam the Earth. Unearthed from the world-renowned fossil beds of South Dakota, USA, this piece is estimated to be around 68 million years old, dating back to the Late Cretaceous Period The Triceratops (meaning "three-horned face") was a herbivorous ceratopsid dinosaur that thrived during the final days of the dinosaur era. These majestic creatures measured up to 9 meters in length and weighed over 6 tons. Known for their fearsome appearance, complete with two large brow horns, a smaller nose horn, and a massive frilled skull, Triceratops likely used these features for defence against predators such as Tyrannosaurus rex. Despite their armour-like appearance and sharp beak, Triceratops were peaceful plant-eaters. They possessed hundreds of tightly packed cheek teeth (some individuals had over 800 teeth!) designed for efficiently slicing and grinding tough prehistoric vegetation. This bone fragment provides a tangible connection to this ancient titan. While not a complete bone, each fragment like this is part of a greater prehistoric puzzle and is ideal for collectors, educators, or enthusiasts looking to own a real piece of dinosaur history. Item Details:
• Specimen: Triceratops Bone Fragment
• Age: Late Cretaceous (~68 million years ago)
• Location: South Dakota, North America
• Scale Reference: Scale cube = 1cm. Please refer to photo for full sizing.
• Certificate of Authenticity: Included ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the exact specimen you will receive. Each fossil is hand-selected for its scientific and aesthetic quality and is professionally photographed. Please Note:
• Some fossils may be gently propped for photography.
• Size and colouration may vary depending on lighting and monitor calibration.
• Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new specimen and image.
• We recommend saving or screenshotting your purchase photo for personal reference. All listing images are archived. 100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included
of the most iconic dinosaurs to ever roam the Earth. Unearthed from the world-renowned fossil beds of South Dakota, USA, this piece is estimated to be around 68 million years old, dating back to the Late Cretaceous Period The Triceratops (meaning "three-horned face") was a herbivorous ceratopsid dinosaur that thrived during the final days of the dinosaur era. These majestic creatures measured up to 9 meters in length and weighed over 6 tons. Known for their fearsome appearance, complete with two large brow horns, a smaller nose horn, and a massive frilled skull, Triceratops likely used these features for defence against predators such as Tyrannosaurus rex. Despite their armour-like appearance and sharp beak, Triceratops were peaceful plant-eaters. They possessed hundreds of tightly packed cheek teeth (some individuals had over 800 teeth!) designed for efficiently slicing and grinding tough prehistoric vegetation. This bone fragment provides a tangible connection to this ancient titan. While not a complete bone, each fragment like this is part of a greater prehistoric puzzle and is ideal for collectors, educators, or enthusiasts looking to own a real piece of dinosaur history. Item Details:
• Specimen: Triceratops Bone Fragment
• Age: Late Cretaceous (~68 million years ago)
• Location: South Dakota, North America
• Scale Reference: Scale cube = 1cm. Please refer to photo for full sizing.
• Certificate of Authenticity: Included ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the exact specimen you will receive. Each fossil is hand-selected for its scientific and aesthetic quality and is professionally photographed. Please Note:
• Some fossils may be gently propped for photography.
• Size and colouration may vary depending on lighting and monitor calibration.
• Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new specimen and image.
• We recommend saving or screenshotting your purchase photo for personal reference. All listing images are archived. 100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included
