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Natural fossil of Giganto pecten / scallop shell and chlamys in lacquered frame

$660.30
£483.47
€550
CA$896.59
A$1,005.08
CHF 524.12
MX$12,319.77
NOK 6,641.53
SEK 6,314.31
DKK 4,185.79
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This authentic natural fossil display is a very nice and uncommon piece, by its shape and arrangement. The big one is a Gigantopecten Restitutensis, and the little one is a Chlamys. These species were alive around 20 millions years ago. They are found in Lacoste (Lubéron area) in the south of France. It is framed in grey and white lacquered wood. The grey background highlights the white shells, meanwhile the border makes a reminding of it. The dimensions are 2,5in / 6,5cm deep 10,4in / 26,5cm high 8,8in / 22,5cm wide And it weighs 2kg It was made to be put on a wall, but you can also put it on the top of a shelf or desk.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2024
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    MARSEILLE, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9989242171622

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