{"product_id":"1-5-trilobite-fossil-on-metrix","title":"1.5\" TRILOBITE FOSSIL ON METRIX","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2\" data-end=\"32\"\u003etrilobite fossil on matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic and highly sought-after specimen among fossil collectors, educators, and paleontology enthusiasts.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eTrilobites\u003c\/strong\u003e are an extinct group of marine arthropods that lived during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"305\"\u003ePaleozoic Era\u003c\/strong\u003e, around \u003cstrong data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"346\"\u003e521 to 252 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are among the earliest known groups of arthropods, and their fossils are some of the most iconic and well-preserved in the fossil record.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"526\" class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"526\" class=\"\"\u003eWhen a trilobite fossil is described as being \"on matrix,\" it means that the fossil is embedded in a piece of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eoriginal surrounding rock (matrix)\u003c\/strong\u003e where it was found. This provides context and often makes the fossil more visually appealing and valuable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"526\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Key Characteristics of a Trilobite Fossil On Matrix :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeature                          Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e                           \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatrix Material            \u003c\/strong\u003eUsually limestone, shale, or mudstone, depending on the                                                       formation. The matrix may be shaped or left natural.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFossil Appearance        \u003c\/strong\u003eTrilobites often appear in full relief, sometimes curled or laid flat,                                            with detailed segmentation and eye structures.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreservation Quality    \u003c\/strong\u003eThe best specimens show fine details like eye lenses, body                                                      segments, and spines.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation                   \u003c\/strong\u003eFossils are often painstakingly cleaned with micro-tools or air                                                abrasives to reveal details without damaging them.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity                              \u003c\/strong\u003eCommon genera (like Elrathia, Phacops, and Calymene) are easy                                           to find, while rare or well-preserved specimens can be very                                                    expensive.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1858\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableContainer_16hzy_1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_tableWrapper_16hzy_14 group flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1761\" data-start=\"1736\"\u003eGeological Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"1763\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1881\" data-start=\"1763\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1881\" data-start=\"1765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1772\" data-start=\"1765\"\u003eAge\u003c\/strong\u003e: Primarily from the \u003cstrong data-end=\"1805\" data-start=\"1793\"\u003eCambrian\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1821\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003eOrdovician\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1823\"\u003eSilurian\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"1849\" data-start=\"1837\"\u003eDevonian\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1855\"\u003eCarboniferous\u003c\/strong\u003e periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"1882\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1904\" data-start=\"1884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1903\" data-start=\"1884\"\u003eLocations Found\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"1907\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1960\" data-start=\"1907\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1960\" data-start=\"1909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1920\" data-start=\"1909\"\u003eMorocco\u003c\/strong\u003e: Famous for large, detailed trilobites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1965\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1965\"\u003eUtah, USA\u003c\/strong\u003e: Home to well-preserved Elrathia kingii.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"2022\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"2024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"2024\"\u003eRussia\u003c\/strong\u003e: Known for Phacops and other ornate species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"2082\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"2084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2094\" data-start=\"2084\"\u003eCanada\u003c\/strong\u003e: Burgess Shale offers exceptional soft-body preservation (though not often on matrix).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2208\" data-start=\"2188\"\u003eValue and Use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2532\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2262\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2262\" data-start=\"2212\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2227\" data-start=\"2212\"\u003eEducational\u003c\/strong\u003e: Great for classrooms and museums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2347\" data-start=\"2263\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2347\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2279\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003eCollectors\u003c\/strong\u003e: Matrix fossils are more desirable due to authenticity and context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSize :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e1.5 Inch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight :\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e50 to 60 gm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Due to the unique nature of each fossil, your item may vary slightly from the picture shown. All items are randomly and intuitively chosen. All items are cleansed with white sage before being shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*All crystal healing information provided is intended for spiritual guidance. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice or service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karmas Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47589581258994,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/5676\/6706\/files\/40_f30b6a6d-8565-4b77-85eb-c94085b01c3c.jpg?v=1747973628","url":"https:\/\/karmasgems.com\/pl\/products\/1-5-trilobite-fossil-on-metrix","provider":"Karma's Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}