Dalmanites limulurus Trilobite

The Dalmanites trilobite lived in the ocean during the Silurian period between 450 - 415 million years ago. Dalmanites used its "shizochroal eye" to get a remarkably clear look at its undersea world. The unique eye was made of hundreds of relatively large, thick lenses that were made of the mineral, calcite. The periscope-esque eyes allowed for a wide range of view.  This particular specimen clearly shows the eye facets and armor that kept it protected. The specimen has been retouched with a dark gray color to help it stand out clearly from the shale.   Type: TrilobiteSpecies: Dalmanites limulurusAge: Silurian (443 - 416 million years old)Formation: Rochester shaleLocality: Middleport, New York   Size of Plate: 3.63 x 3.13 x .5 inchesSize of Specimen: 2.31 x 1.5 inchesWeight: 7.6 oz.