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Rare 1.6-Inch Trilobite Fossil Discovered at Roman Site

7/29/2025

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A remarkable 1.6-inch trilobite fossil, reminiscent of an armored beetle, was unearthed at the Roman site of A Cibdá in Spain. This extraordinary discovery, the first trilobite from Roman times and only the 11th known in archaeological context, was nestled among 4,000 artifacts, underscoring its exceptional importance in understanding ancient life.

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A remarkable 1.6-inch trilobite fossil, reminiscent of an armored beetle, was unearthed at the Roman site of A Cibdá in Spain. This extraordinary discovery, the first trilobite from Roman times and only the 11th known in archaeological context, was nestled among 4,000 artifacts, underscoring its exceptional importance in understanding ancient life.