Clam, Mercenaria, Florida

Matrix free interior

Fantastic preservation of 100m yr old clam

Clam Shell

Product description

A very good Bi-valve Clam, Mercenaria campechiensis, from the Cretaceous, 100 million years old. It was discovered in the Caloosahatchee Formation, Florida, USA.
Pelecypods, meaning "hatchet foot", are bi-valve molluscs, mainly marine, although some could be found in fresh water. Oysters, mussels, and scallops are todays descendants.
 
This is a perfect example with all the matrix removed from the shell interior.
A very collectable piece.
 
Size:    13cms x 12cms