Brea, California, United States
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LOT 215:
Fossilized Woolly Rhinoceros Jawbone w/ Rooted Teeth
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Sold for: $650
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650
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$1,200 - $1,800
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Fossilized Woolly Rhinoceros Jawbone w/ Rooted Teeth
Northern Asia or Europe, 2.5 million - 11,700 years old. This is a rare jawbone from the extinct woolly rhinoceros (Coelodonta antiquitatis) complete with three finely preserved rooted teeth. Woolly rhinos once lived throughout Europe and Asia and survived through the end of the last ice age. They are a type of Pleiestocene megafauna, a title shared with the woolly mammoth and sabertooth cat, and just as cool (pun intended). They could grow up to 12 feet long with the primary horn growing up to 5 feet long. As the name suggests, woolly rhinos had a long, thick coat and their primary horn was likely used for moving snow to uncover edible vegetation and possibly for combat as recorded in cave paintings. Would be amazing on a dedicated shelf, along with other fossils, or mixed with a couple of well-selected antique or vintage pieces. 12.5" L x 6" H x 2.5" W
private Colorado, USA collection
Condition: This is a lower jawbone containing three molars. Obvious wear and damage to the peripheries of the jawbone as well as the molars that tell the tale of the fossilization process. Has been stabilized and is ready for display.
