Lot 764
Green River Fish and Tree Branch. Green River Wyoming is famous for its exquisitely fossilized 50 million year old fish and plant material. These are usually found separately because most of the fish are found in deeper water than the plants which are mostly found close to the ancient lake shore. Rarely are they found together as on this large 20 x 19 inch limestone plate. This plate contains a large 21 inch branch of a tree with a 2 inch long twig and three Knightia fish swimming above and below the tree branch. The three Knightias (related to herring) are between 3 inches and 4 inches long complete with excellent bones and fins. The medium to dark brown fossils are nicely contrasted against the cream colored limestone matrix and make a very esthetic display.
Add $35 for domestic shipping. Estimated Value $550 - 700
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| Realized $480 |
