Dinosaur Egg
26 March 2025
Description

We have a fossil that appears to be a dinosaur possibly in its egg

Dimensions

3-4 inched

Acquired from
Other
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 2 hours
By Amber R
Mar 26, 02:29 UTC
Fair Market Value
$25 - $150 USD
Suggested Asking Price $25 USD
What does this mean?

Appears to have a thin layer of residual matrix over a bone fossil. However; this can also occur in geologic concretions or chert nodules found in limestone deposits. An X-ray scan of the specimen or in-person assessment will assist in identifying age and if the specimen is geologic or biologic in development.

From Images alone, I cannot give complete accuracy to your finding; but I do not disregard your research and the possibility that your example is a fossil. One aspect that gives me doubt: Most often a fossilized egg from these ancient eras will not break away from the ground/matrix it fossilized within. The organic matter of the earth and egg begin to fuse in most dinosaur egg examples. A churt or other mineral deposit will do so, because it is often surrounded by water or a less strong mineral that will allow it to break from the matrix it was surrounded by.

From Images alone, I cannot give complete accuracy to you finding; but I do not disregard your research and the possibility that your example does have biological materials.

“The Fossil Forum” is open to research and asking questions on fossils; the link will open to their dinosaur egg guide. While posing a question on the form is open to all responses; many are well researched and provide additional peer reviewed articles. http://www.thefossilforum.com

In person authentication, age, and origin will affect the possible value of this example. I do suggest you look to the fossil form and ask for an in-person assessment with a regional University Geology department or Natural History Museum. Often, these organizations will host experts in paleontology to review public finds. Researching current auction price results of Fossils; the expected fair market value would be in the range of 25 to 150 USD. With an in-person authentication to verify the specimens: a FMV could be achieved. It is important to recognize local, state, and US federal laws and prohibitions of sale and shipment of Fossils and Paleontology items.

Previous:
Hi,
This is an interesting example. To better help you, I need some additional information.
Where was this example sourced from? ie region
The location? ie riverbed, mountain side, creek, overturned in a pasture
An approximate weight?
Thank you, this information will help me guide you to learning more about this example and if it is biological or geological in origin.

Della urdiales Mar 30, 01:38 UTC

It was found on the riverbank in western Nebraska. Uncertain of the weight.

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