Troodon Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 I just want to let everyone know that there appears to have been a theft of a big and beautiful Spinosaurus Hand Claw at the Tucson Show. Would like everyone to be on the alert if they see one offered for sale. Thanks Contact: Kendal at geosourcellc.az@gmail.com 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocket Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 (edited) stuff... we keep our eyes open Kendal should publish it in lost and stolen fossils at mindat (am I allowed to post the link?) I sent it to Kendal a minute ago hope the thief will not become happy with this and gets caught Edited February 7, 2023 by rocket 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 6, 2023 Author Share Posted February 6, 2023 10 minutes ago, rocket said: stuff... we keep our eyes open Kendal should publish it in lost and stolen fossils at mindat (am I allowed to post the link?) I sent it to Kendal a minute ago hope the thief will not become happy with this and gets caught Thanks if you've sent it to him does not need to be posted 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 3 hours ago, Troodon said: I just want to let everyone know that there appears to have been a theft of a big and beautiful Spinosaurus Hand Claw at the Tucson Show. Would like everyone to be on the alert if they see one offered for sale. Thanks Contact: Kendal at geosourcellc.az@gmail.com @Troodon Well, this truly stinks. As for why someone would think stealing a Spinosaurus hand claw is good idea, I'm baffled. Why...just....why!?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 3 hours ago, Troodon said: I just want to let everyone know that there appears to have been a theft of a big and beautiful Spinosaurus Hand Claw at the Tucson Show. Would like everyone to be on the alert if they see one offered for sale. Thanks Contact: Kendal at geosourcellc.az@gmail.com @Troodon Were there any security cameras at the event that could've caught the thief? If so, it could help identify the specimens whereabouts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 6, 2023 Author Share Posted February 6, 2023 4 minutes ago, Joseph Fossil said: @Troodon Well, this truly stinks. As for why someone would think stealing a Spinosaurus hand claw is good idea, I'm baffled. Why...just....why!?! Happened last year to another dealer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 6, 2023 Share Posted February 6, 2023 Just now, Troodon said: Happened last year to another dealer @Troodon How quickly were they able to re-retrieve the fossil in that case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 @Troodon Also, how was someone able to steal the hand claw in the first place? Spinosaurus fossils are not that common at all - for something like that, I'd except it to be held in nothing else than a locked steel case for transport! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 7, 2023 Author Share Posted February 7, 2023 16 minutes ago, Joseph Fossil said: @Troodon How quickly were they able to re-retrieve the fossil in that case? Last year they were able to find it within a few days. Person tried to sell it. 12 minutes ago, Joseph Fossil said: @Troodon Also, how was someone able to steal the hand claw in the first place? Spinosaurus fossils are not that common at all - for something like that, I'd except it to be held in nothing else than a locked steel case for transport! Easy just pick it up and leave. You have to understand the environment, very small isles with dozens of buyers, material is out to be examined, very hectic place. It should have been kept in a more secure place, looks like it was not. Look there are police at every venue because this is common place occurrence especially with gems and jewelry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 Just now, Troodon said: Last year they were able to find it within a few days. Person tried to sell it. @Troodon I'm glad last year they were able to find it so quickly! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 3 minutes ago, Troodon said: Easy just pick it up and leave. You have to understand the environment, very small isles with dozens of buyers, very hectic place. It should have been kept in a more secure place, looks like it was not. Look there are police at every venue because this is common place occurrence especially with gems and jewelry @Troodon True. Hopefully they'll be able to be just as quick this time at re-retrieving the specimen! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocket Posted February 7, 2023 Share Posted February 7, 2023 9 hours ago, Joseph Fossil said: @Troodon Well, this truly stinks. As for why someone would think stealing a Spinosaurus hand claw is good idea, I'm baffled. Why...just....why!?! Greed..., always the same, greed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 20, 2023 Share Posted February 20, 2023 Hi guys! Any update on the whereabouts of the stolen Spinosaurus hand claw? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted February 21, 2023 Author Share Posted February 21, 2023 Nope, not sure this one will surface anytime soon. Most likely taken by a collector not someone looking for a fast buck.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy's Dad Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I mean, I'm greedy, I'm acquisitive, I want every fossil species, particularly brachiopod species, on Earth, but I just couldn't. What is wrong with these people? 1 Life's Good! Tortoise Friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meatasaurus93 Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 I couldn't imagine coveting a piece so much that I'd bring myself to steal it. Hopefully the claw makes it back undamaged to its rightful owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy's Dad Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 Come to think of it, one has never heard of a major brachiopod theft. I think this shows that in general brachiopod collectors are more honest than some dinosaur collectors. 2 1 Life's Good! Tortoise Friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randyw Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 6 minutes ago, Tidgy's Dad said: I think this shows that in general brachiopod collectors are more honest than some dinosaur collectors That must be it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doctor Mud Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 38 minutes ago, Tidgy's Dad said: Come to think of it, one has never heard of a major brachiopod theft. I think this shows that in general brachiopod collectors are more honest than some dinosaur collectors. Isn’t that the plot to Oceans 14, 15, 16 or whatever number they are up to now. A great brachiopod heist?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 2 hours ago, Tidgy's Dad said: I mean, I'm greedy, I'm acquisitive, I want every fossil species, particularly brachiopod species, on Earth, but I just couldn't. What is wrong with these people? @Tidgy's Dad Yeah, I mean if they were so determined to get a spinosaurus hand claw, they didn't need to resort to stealing - the fossil areas where Spinosaurus has been found in Egypt and Morocco are pretty well known by this point. They could've just booked a flight and find a specimen for themselves. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Fossil Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 2 hours ago, Meatasaurus93 said: I couldn't imagine coveting a piece so much that I'd bring myself to steal it. Hopefully the claw makes it back undamaged to its rightful owner. @Meatasaurus93 I 100% agree! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy's Dad Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 1 hour ago, Joseph Fossil said: @Tidgy's Dad Yeah, I mean if they were so determined to get a spinosaurus hand claw, they didn't need to resort to stealing - the fossil areas where Spinosaurus has been found in Egypt and Morocco are pretty well known by this point. They could've just booked a flight and find a specimen for themselves. Hmmm. If only it were that easy. It's much cheaper and easier for some folk just to take what others have already done the hard graft for their items. 1 Life's Good! Tortoise Friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 11 hours ago, Tidgy's Dad said: Come to think of it, one has never heard of a major brachiopod theft. I think dino material must be more "sexy" than brachiopods 1 MotM August 2023 - Eclectic Collector Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 If I was dictator, two things would change. First, I would be able to fossil hunt where ever I wish. and two, there would be lots of rope for thieves! I really do hope he gets his claw back. RB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy's Dad Posted February 21, 2023 Share Posted February 21, 2023 (edited) 5 hours ago, Yoda said: I think dino material must be more "sexy" than brachiopods Not possible! Edited February 21, 2023 by Tidgy's Dad 2 Life's Good! Tortoise Friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now