About the item: An authentic fossil of a Charybdis crab from the Miocene epoch – a natural geological artifact formed 23.03–5.33 million years ago in what is now Indonesia. It represents a form of extinct marine life preserved in primary sedimentary rock, retaining a clear morphological structure. Valued for its authenticity, exceptional preservation, and scientific significance, this fossil has strong visual and collectible appeal.
Technical information:
Height: 14 cm
Origin: Java Island, Indonesia
Geological system: Cenozoic
Period: Neogene
Epoch: Miocene (23.03–5.33 million years)
Condition: Natural
Preservation: Stabilized
Artistic and structural analysis: The fossil clearly preserves the carapace shape, claws, and lateral limbs, allowing identification of characteristic morphological features of the Charybdis genus. The structure is naturally embedded in the rock, maintaining the integrity of the organism’s architecture. This is not a fragmentary find, but a clearly articulated biological form.
Historical and geological context: During the Miocene epoch, the region of present-day Indonesia was covered by warm tropical seas rich in biodiversity. Crabs of the Charybdis genus belonged to the Portunidae family – so-called swimming crabs, characterized by adapted hind limbs and strong claws. Fossils from this period reflect major climatic changes and transformations of marine ecosystems.
Collectible and investment value: The value of this fossil is defined by several key aspects:
Preservation quality – clearly visible carapace and limb structure.
Authenticity – natural condition, without reconstruction or additions.
Rarity – Miocene crab fossils from Indonesia are rarely found on the market.
Scientific value – represents tropical shallow-sea fauna from millions of years ago.
This is a relic of marine life over 5 million years old – an authentic document of prehistory combining scientific significance, aesthetic appeal, and collectible value.
