Large example of Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China the whiter the layer which

the whiter the layer which gives the whole cameo its depth and dimension

but no signs of damage and no evidence of any repairs or restoration

The Mahongwe constitute the northern branch of the Kota peoples

They are considered dangerous to handle because of their role in former funeral rites

5cm long and a really nice and unusually coloured specimen

Large example of Fossil fish Lycoptera sp. from China the whiter the layer whichThese 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.