102. Allosaurus fragilis
Caudal (Tail) Vertebra
Late Jurassic
Western United States
A complete vertebrae from near the middle of the tail showing the morphology typical of carnivorous dinosaurs.
The long projections at the front and back connected it to the other vertebrae in the tail and also served for the attachment of muscles which moved the tail.
An esthetically pleasing piece of natural art.
Size: 4½" long, 5" tall
WEP, with informative label
Price: $30.00
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