Fossil Realm

09/15/2026

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09/11/2026

A piece of armor from the very end of the age of dinosaurs.

This substantial ankylosaur scute remains preserved in its original Lance Formation matrix, accompanied by associated fossil bone and retaining much of the character of the field block in which it was found.

The deeply textured surface of the osteoderm speaks to the remarkable defensive anatomy of ankylosaurs—animals whose bodies were protected by an intricate mosaic of dermal armor.

Late Cretaceous
Lance Formation
Niobrara County, Wyoming
Matrix: approx. 11 × 11 × 4 in.

NaturalHistory LanceFormation Cretaceous DinosaurArmor FossilCollecting

09/09/2026

A glimpse of a subtropical world, preserved in stone.

This sweeping fossil palm frond from the Green River Formation recalls the warm environments of the Eocene. Attributed to Sabalites, its slender leaf segments radiate across the stone, with a Phareodus fish beside the base of the fan.

At 68 × 51 inches, the plaque has an impressive presence—yet the fine details invite a closer look.

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Fossils

07/24/2026

A celestial mosaic forged more than 4.5 billion years ago.

This exceptional 1,275-gram Brahin pallasite end piece reveals luminous olivine crystals suspended within a polished nickel-iron matrix—an extraordinary intersection of planetary science, natural history, and sculptural beauty.

Brahin Pallasite
Belarus · Recognized 1810
9.86 × 5.73 × 1 inches

07/23/2026

An articulated section of Stenopterygius quadriscissus (Ichthyosaur) preserving a sequence of vertebrae and associated ribs in the original matrix.

Recovered from the Lower Jurassic deposits of Holzmaden, Germany, and carefully prepared in a specialist laboratory. Approximately 180 million years old.

Presented on a custom metal stand.

07/03/2026

Twenty thousand years ago, these tusks belonged to a bull woolly mammoth roaming the frozen landscapes of what is now Yakutia, Russia.

Measuring 10′8″ and 10′4″, and weighing a combined 316.5 pounds, they are among the most imposing matched pairs we have had the privilege to offer.

Their sweeping curves, remarkable symmetry, and natural palette of deep mineral blues, warm amber, honey, and cream were shaped by thousands of years within the Siberian permafrost.

Some specimens are collected. Others transform a space.

Available through Fossil Realm.

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07/01/2026

This exceptional Tyrannosaurus rex tooth is now available through Fossil Realm.

Recovered from the renowned Lance Formation of Wyoming, the specimen stands out for its impressive size (5.83”) and for preserving a substantial portion of the root within its original matrix—a combination that is encountered far less frequently than isolated crowns.

Dating to approximately 66 million years ago, it comes from one of the final ecosystems inhabited by Tyrannosaurus rex before the end-Cretaceous extinction.

Specimens of this calibre represent some of the most iconic and sought-after fossils in the world.

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05/28/2026

The fossil market sits at a fascinating intersection — where paleontology, law, aesthetics, and capital all converge.

We’ve published a detailed overview of how it actually works: the legal landscape by country, how fossils move from excavation to collection, the forces that have reshaped valuations in recent years, and the ongoing debate between commercial and academic interests.

Whether you’re a collector, a curious observer, or someone considering a first acquisition — worth a read.

https://www.fossilrealm.com/pages/the-fossil-market-an-overview

01/26/2026

A predator frozen in motion.
This exquisitely preserved Aspidorhynchus acutirostris glides across Solnhofen limestone like a shadow from deep time — slender, sharp, and unmistakably alive despite its Jurassic age. Fine skeletal detail, natural dendritic patterns, and near-pristine preservation place this among the most aesthetic Solnhofen fishes we’ve encountered.

Upper Jurassic · Solnhofen, Bavaria

01/26/2026