Large example of Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China The beak sheaths (rhamphotheca) have

The beak sheaths (rhamphotheca) have been preserved and mounted on the skull

The early Portuguese traders bought tusks of ivory

The detail on the end is fascinating

This one has The Cruciferae (Wallflower) and The Rosaceae (Cherry tree) on one side whilst on the reverse is The Ranunculacae (Buttercup) and the Umbelliferae (Carrot)

It has a nice colour and is a really tactile object

Large example of Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China The beak sheaths (rhamphotheca) haveThese fish were abundant in fresh water in present day China during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. They are typically found in the preserved sediments and often in groups. This specimen has a complete fossil on one side and two almost complete skeletons on the reverse together with a partial. The whole slice measures 24cm x 20cm at the widest points. A lovely example of the species and a nice group of specimens.