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✅ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
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This is a RARE and exceptionally well-preserved Crane Fly Fossil (Diptera), dating back to the Upper Oligocene Period (~28-30 million years ago). It was discovered in Cerest, Provence, France, within the Stampien deposits, a well-documented Oligocene fossil site known for its exceptional insect preservation.
Crane flies belong to the order Diptera and are often mistaken for large mosquitoes. However, they are harmless nectar feeders and play a significant role in ancient ecosystems. Fossilized insects from the Oligocene are relatively rare due to the delicate nature of their exoskeletons, making this specimen an extraordinary find.
This fossil originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most renowned fossil collections in the world. Fossils from this collection are highly collectible and hold significant paleontological value.
Insect fossils like this Crane Fly specimen provide critical insights into the climate and ecosystems of the Oligocene era. This fossil is particularly valuable due to its delicate preservation and scientific significance.
✔ RARE Fossil Crane Fly (Diptera) – Sourced from Cerest, Provence, France
✔ Prestigious Alice Purnell Collection provenance – Highly collectible
✔ Authentic Oligocene Fossil – 28-30-million-year-old prehistoric relic
✔ Perfect for Collectors, Museums, and Educational Displays
✔ 100% Genuine & Certified Fossil – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
✔ Great Investment Piece – Fossils of this rarity and quality are only increasing in value
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