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Linoproductus sp. Age: Pennsylvanian Formation: Des Moines Series Location: Atkinson, Illinois Size: Brach is 2.2 inches tall This specimen is not for sale Click here for similar specimens that are for sale
This is a very uncommon brachiopod from an unusual location. This is Linoproductus sp. from the Pennsylvanian of Illinois. The fossil is extremely 3-dimensional and has excellent natural color. The large brachiopod exhibits extremely fine detail - the ribbing and ornamentation of the fossil lamp shell is easily seen. This is a very hard-to-find brachiopod from the Pennsylvanian.