Large example of Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China The hat and belt are

The hat and belt are made from intricately laid strings of red glass beadwork with blue and black strings to highlight

17cm x16cm x 7cm

Judging by the brass fittings etc

it is not surprising that it has had a bit of damage over the years

Large example of Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China The hat and belt areThese fish were abundant in fresh water in present day China during the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. They are typically found in the preserved sediments and often in groups. This specimen has a complete fossil on one side and two almost complete skeletons on the reverse together with a partial. The whole slice measures 24cm x 20cm at the widest points. A lovely example of the species and a nice group of specimens.