Osteolepis macrolepidotus - Excellent specimen

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Description

Osteolepis macrolepidotus,
Devonian, Eifelian, Sandwick Fish Beds
Orkney, Scotland

This fish is a very good example. The specimen was split from the matrix and the positive came off on one side. There has been no mechanical preperation to this piece, it is as found.. The fish is laterally preserved with a distinct orbit and jaw as well as pronounced scales and fins. A stunning fossil

The fish measure 17.6 cm in length. The matrix 24.5 x 14.8cm. The while piece weighs several Kilos