Ruger9a Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 Here is another one of my impulse purchases. Loved the look and OK price. But, is it really a Dire Wolf partial skull. Information only said "found in North Dakota by father 15 years ago". Seller didn't have a fossil knowledge. Help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggycardon Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 Not sure if it's fossilized, both the bone and the teeth look quite recent to me. At least that's the impression the pictures give me. Let's wait and see what others have to say about it. Interested in all things paleontology, geology, zoology, evolution, natural history and science! Professional exotic pet keeper, huge fantasy geek, explorer of the microfossil realm, member of the BVP (Belgian Association for Paleontology), Volunteer prepper at Oertijdmuseum Boxtel. View my collection topic here: The Growing Collection of Ziggycardon My animal collection at the "Members pet" topic Ziggycardon's exploration of the microfossil realm Trips to Eben Emael (Maastrichtian of Belgium) My latest fossil hunt Next project will be a dedicated prepping space. "A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge." - Tyrion Lannister Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifbrindacier Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 I also think it is modern and not fossil. To be sure, make the flame test on the bone, if it smells it is modern. "On ne voit bien que par le coeur, l'essentiel est invisible pour les yeux." (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry) "We only well see with the heart, the essential is invisible for the eyes." In memory of Doren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruger9a Posted November 18, 2019 Author Share Posted November 18, 2019 Flame test? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifbrindacier Posted November 18, 2019 Share Posted November 18, 2019 Pass a flame upon it with a lighter or a match. On a hidden part of it, that's better. "On ne voit bien que par le coeur, l'essentiel est invisible pour les yeux." (Antoine de Saint-Exupéry) "We only well see with the heart, the essential is invisible for the eyes." In memory of Doren Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruger9a Posted November 18, 2019 Author Share Posted November 18, 2019 Thanks, I'll try that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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