Lot 818
Museum-Quality Merycoidodon Mammal Skull. Merycoidon was a strange 30 million year old mammal that had some features like a pig and some features like a camel or deer. The skull was somewhat pig-like but had pits in front of its eyes, very similar to a modern deer. This large 8x4" skull is complete and is nearly perfect with no restoration and a complete set of teeth, including the large sharp canines. The teeth are a lovely dark brown color which contrasts with the tan-colored bone of the skull and the very hard light tan matrix which still fills the inner part of the skull. Found in the badlands of South Dakota, museum quality skulls such as this one are rarely found and are in great demand. Comes expertly mounted on its own wooden base but is removable for study. Add $30 for domestic shipping.
Estimated Value $850 - 1,250.
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