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hadrosauridae

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So, this is a labor of love I am attempting (probably poorly) to rebuild.  Its a caudal (tail) vert from an Edmontosaurus from the SD hell creek formation.  Highly fractured when recovered, and suffering from extreme root rot.  Completely missing a "V" shaped portion of the anterior portion of the centrum, probably about 1/5 of the total.  Surprisingly I do have the neural spine intact, just have to replace it after I finish reconstructing and filling the centrum.   Also included a pic (and my guide) for what it should look like.

 

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Ash Regular Member

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I look forward to seeing it complete. Suite your handle also :D

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Definitely looks like a headache! Good luck with the puzzle. Hope to see it finished! :fingerscrossed::d_good_luck:

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Best of luck with this project! :) 

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