fifbrindacier Posted December 8, 2019 Share Posted December 8, 2019 21 hours ago, Pagurus said: I recently received a terrific box of fossils from Japan. @David in Japan sent them as a prize for my haiku entry in his enjoyable and educational contest here on the forum. Thank you so much for your generosity, David! I am so fortunate to be a part of this wonderful forum, with friendly, kind, knowledgeable members all over the world. David sent a beautiful variety of fossils, none of which I had before. I love these fusulinids, and David even sent me a hermit crab! Thank you again, David!! 20 hours ago, Tidgy's Dad said: Marvelous prize. Love the scaphopod and the fusilinids while the hermit crab is very smart of @David in Japan Fantastic prize Pagurus, this Hermit Crab is so cute ! 1 "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...
Pagurus Posted December 8, 2019 Share Posted December 8, 2019 17 minutes ago, fifbrindacier said: The price you sent to him is awesome and really generous and fair. The prize that David sent me is awesome, generous and much more than I would have expected. I really didn't deserve the prize more than anyone else, but I guess somebody had to be the winner. David was so generous not only with this prize but with all the time he spent on the Rugby and Fossils contest. It was so interesting to see and learn about the fossils of Japan and of all the other countries playing in the rugby world cup. And of course, thank you for the photo you took of the fusulina display. I think they are all beautiful. Thank you! Start the day with a smile and get it over with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifbrindacier Posted December 8, 2019 Share Posted December 8, 2019 34 minutes ago, Pagurus said: The prize that David sent me is awesome, generous and much more than I would have expected. I really didn't deserve the prize more than anyone else, but I guess somebody had to be the winner. David was so generous not only with this prize but with all the time he spent on the Rugby and Fossils contest. It was so interesting to see and learn about the fossils of Japan and of all the other countries playing in the rugby world cup. And of course, thank you for the photo you took of the fusulina display. I think they are all beautiful. Thank you! And he went fossil hunting for his winner's prizes. Of course he was generous with you, those fossils are awesome. He's a man full of suprises, he showed me one i didn't expected from him that reveals his personality and how kindness he can have and i must thank him for that. 2 "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...
Bobby Rico Posted December 8, 2019 Share Posted December 8, 2019 29 minutes ago, Pagurus said: The prize that David sent me is awesome, generous and much more than I would have expected. I really didn't deserve the prize more than anyone else, but I guess somebody had to be the winner. David was so generous not only with this prize but with all the time he spent on the Rugby and Fossils contest. It was so interesting to see and learn about the fossils of Japan and of all the other countries playing in the rugby world cup. And of course, thank you for the photo you took of the fusulina display. I think they are all beautiful. Thank you! David is a good man and nice friend . I have not opened my prize from the rugby World Cup. I am saving it to open on Christmas Day. If it is half as nice as yours I be pretty happy . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifbrindacier Posted December 8, 2019 Share Posted December 8, 2019 14 minutes ago, Bobby Rico said: David is a good man and nice friend . I have not opened my prize from the rugby World Cup. I am saving it to open on Christmas Day. If it is half as nice as yours I be pretty happy . He has been whole, gave a lot of energy, and i know he is a good man for his friends. I'm sure your prize will be at least as nice than Pagurus' one. "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...
ziggycardon Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 Got these in the mail over the past weekend An Asaphus sp. trilobit found in Gotland, Sweden (420 mya) A gold nugget found in the Tintana Gold Province, Alaska, USA A Rhynchonella sp. brachiopod found in Immouzzer, Morrocco (120 mya) A walrus jaw (Odobenus rosmarus) found in Het Scheur, North Sea, Belgium (40 000 years old) 6 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...
paulyb135 Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 I have finally obtained a marshosaurus tooth Morrison formation Dana Quarry Ten Sleep Wyoming 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyBoy Posted December 9, 2019 Share Posted December 9, 2019 50 minutes ago, paulyb135 said: I have finally obtained a marshosaurus tooth Morrison formation Dana Quarry Ten Sleep Wyoming Great add to you super collection. Are you sure its Marshosaurus hard to tell without seeing the outer serrations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 8 hours ago, TyBoy said: Great add to you super collection. Are you sure its Marshosaurus hard to tell without seeing the outer serrations Yes definitely marshosaurus. It has been verified in the past by previous owners. I will try and take some better close ups when the lighting is better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 6 hours ago, paulyb135 said: Yes definitely marshosaurus. It has been verified in the past by previous owners. I will try and take some better close ups when the lighting is better Beautiful tooth. Do yourself a favor and verify the authenticity of the tooth two easy steps since these teeth are often misidentified by owners. Where does the outside carina end and serration count on both carina 2mm wide and see what you get. Nice pickup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 6 minutes ago, Troodon said: Beautiful tooth. Do yourself a favor and verify the authenticity of the tooth two easy steps since these teeth are often misidentified by owners. Where does the outside carina end and serration count on both carina 2mm wide and see what you get. Nice pickup. Thanks Frank. I’ll take some close ups and do a count and send you a PM over the weekend if okay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 9 minutes ago, paulyb135 said: Thanks Frank. I’ll take some close ups and do a count and send you a PM over the weekend if okay Sure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 6 hours ago, Troodon said: Sure Thanks. If it’s not marshosaurus I don’t know what it could be as to me it doesn’t share characteristics of other Morrison theropods. I don’t normally like teeth on the matrix but this one is pretty neat and I am lucky to own it. Anyway let’s wait for a confirmed diagnostic over the coming days 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Rico Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 6 minutes ago, paulyb135 said: don’t normally like teeth on the matrix I really do and this one is beautiful , what ever critter it came from . I got some really beautiful shark teeth in the matrix and they displays much nice on a shelve, just my opinion. Cheers Bobby 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 10, 2019 Share Posted December 10, 2019 16 minutes ago, Bobby Rico said: I really do and this one is beautiful , what ever critter it came from . I got some really beautiful shark teeth in the matrix and they displays much nice on a shelve, just my opinion. Cheers Bobby Thanks Bobby. Maybe I’ll start getting more teeth on the matrix to go with this one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tidgy's Dad Posted December 11, 2019 Share Posted December 11, 2019 I received a little packet of purchases from Daniel @Strepsodustoday. Lots of lovely Strepsodus dermal denticles : And a bit of stegosaur scute. Another specimen to add to my growing collection of bits of the dinosaurs I loved as a child : Very happy. Thanks, Daniel. 7 Life's Good! Tortoise Friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fossilsonwheels Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 As much as I love tiny shark teeth it is nice to post something a bit bigger and more dinosaurian in nature This took awhile to arrive but we have a really nice Timurlengia tooth from the Bissekty Formation, Uzbekistan. It is 1.34” and has fantastic serrations. Pretty little tooth and a fun species to introduce kids too ! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 On 10/12/2019 at 1:57 PM, Troodon said: Beautiful tooth. Do yourself a favor and verify the authenticity of the tooth two easy steps since these teeth are often misidentified by owners. Where does the outside carina end and serration count on both carina 2mm wide and see what you get. Nice pickup. Here are a few images. It’s the best I could do with my lighting. I hope this gives you a better idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 And another Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Last one 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 23 minutes ago, paulyb135 said: Last one I can see the mesial edge. I you want to verify the authenticity that is not enough. I need a serration density count, the width and depth of the base and crown height. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulyb135 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 Just now, Troodon said: I can see the mesial edge. I you want to verify the authenticity that is not enough. I need a serration density count, the width and depth of the base. Okay I will go back to the drawing board. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 On 12/13/2019 at 4:17 AM, paulyb135 said: Okay I will go back to the drawing board. Thanks To all: I know its difficult for collectors and dealers to appreciate but you CANNOT try to identify most ziphodont (blade-shaped) theropod teeth just off of photos. The similarities around teeth of different species are just too close. Why I worry about what is in the hands of collectors and what is sold. Do you think dealers, even collectors take the time to properly analyze a tooth beyond what is told to them? A large percentage of theropod teeth cannot be positively assigned and are just indeterminate but dealers and collectors want to put names to them. Here is a statement from one of Hendrickx papers "Differentiating teeth of megalosaurids from those of Ceratosauridae, basal Megalosauroidea, and Allosauroidea is more difficult. These taxa have similar crown size (CH), thickness (CBR), and elongation (CHR), and a similar number of denticles along the carinae (DC and MC)." Its a general statement but gives one a sense of difficulty around identifying these teeth. Marshosaurus BTW is a Megalosauroidea 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doushantuo Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 That paragraph ends on an optimistic note regarding the possible future use of geometric morphometrics(e.g.Procrustes analysis),btw am keeping my eyes peeled for the moment this one enters the public domain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troodon Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 9 hours ago, fossilsonwheels said: As much as I love tiny shark teeth it is nice to post something a bit bigger and more dinosaurian in nature This took awhile to arrive but we have a really nice Timurlengia tooth from the Bissekty Formation, Uzbekistan. It is 1.34” and has fantastic serrations. Pretty little tooth and a fun species to introduce kids too ! Very nice tooth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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