This authentic trilobite fossil originates from Mid Cambrian deposits in Utah, part of a private fossil collection purchased at auction in New Jersey. the piece is an invertebrate marine animal from the Cambrian period, approximately 500 million years old. Type: Fossilized trilobite Geological Age: Mid Cambrian Origin: Utah, United States Material: Fossil in natural stone matrix Provenance: From a collector?s estate Condition: As shown ? nice detail with some natural wear These fascinating ancient arthropods were among the earliest known life forms with complex eyes and segmented bodies, related to modern-day insects, spiders, and crabs. Great for collectors, educators, or as a unique gift for fossil lovers.