Crinoid - Amazing plate - Jimbacrinus bostoki

Rare Australian Crinoid Group Jimbacrinus bostoki Early Permian - Late Artinskian Cundlego Formation, Gascoyne Junction, Northwest Territories, Australia A wonderful multiple crinoid plate illustrating marine life in the Permian, this block of prehistoric sea floor displays numerous crinoids beautifully prepared in high relief. 260 million years ago, these individuals anchored themselves to the sea bottom and used their arm-like tentacles to capture small prey. The robust specimens exhibit large cups with highly ornamented, spiky plates and long, stout uniserial arms. The beautiful natural composition from down under displays the red iron oxide coloration of the locality. It is one of the finest specimens to have been discovered in this unique locality. Its size, presentation and rarity distinguish this as an exceptional Museum find. Measures 41 x 35 cm, 6 cm thick. For serious collectors. 100% natural, not restored, not glued, 100% guaranteed.