What is the median price for Trilobites?

Recent comps put the median around $45, with a broader range of $5–$8,000 depending on quality and documentation.

Does missing documentation lower value?

Yes. Strong provenance and restoration disclosure can swing value substantially; undisclosed restoration discovered later destroys trust and resale value.

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Trilobites Price Guide

Median Sale

$45

Range

$5–$8,000

Sample Size

350

Price Bands

Entry

Common specimens, worn condition, or minimal provenance.

$5–$27

Mid

Good condition, documented, the bulk of the market.

$27–$113

Premium

Museum-grade, rare, fully documented, expert-reviewed.

$113–$8,000

What Drives Value

Species, completeness, preparation, spines Documentation and provenance can swing value by 30–50% — a specimen with a landowner release, chain of custody, and expert review commands a premium over an identical undocumented piece. Disclosed restoration lowers value but undisclosed restoration discovered later destroys it.

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