A FOSSIL OREODONT SKULL, SOUTH DAKOTA

From the Oligocene White River Formation Custer County, Oligocene (34-30 million years ago), the skull of Merycoidodon sp. supported on fitted stand.
8 x 8 x 4in. (20 x 20 x 10cm.)

CONDITION REPORT:
The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

In excellent condition, noting circa 10% restoration to the skull. Some restoration is to be expected with material of this nature. Restoration includes partial cheek reconstruct, one partial eye orbit reconstruct, rear of right lower jaw, crack fill, and partial tooth repair. Some of the matrix to stabilise.