New to this hobby, which I didn t even believe was possible. Are these fossils authentic?

[Mr.Omanyte]

Hello

I didn t even know this hobby was possible and that cheaper fossils exist. I studied how to recognise authentic fossils over the internet but really am not even a beginner. I am really enthused about discovering this but I don t want to believe this fossil is ancient when it s actually made from bath salts and tile glue.

I want to know if these specimens are authentic or if they are fake, what part of them is fake if they are not entirely fake.

Also, if anyone can recommend some european stores (if it s not allowed to post them here, maybe dm is allowed?) where it is reliable to buy authentic fossils or have a proven record of being trustworthy...:D

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[Fossildude19]

These look like real fossils to me.

 

Some Moroccan stuff - Orthocone nautiloid, shark teeth, and trilobite.

 

Ammonites look real also.

[Frightmares]

They are indeed real and are all relatively common fossils. I remember when I first found out about the hobby too. It's exciting, isn't it? Just be careful not to spend all your money on it. 

[Mr.Omanyte]

59 minutes ago, Fossildude19 said:

These look like real fossils to me.

 

Some Moroccan stuff - Orthocone nautiloid, shark teeth, and trilobite.

 

Ammonites look real also.

Glad to hear ! Thanks a lot!

[Mr.Omanyte]

36 minutes ago, Frightmares said:

They are indeed real and are all relatively common fossils. I remember when I first found out about the hobby too. It's exciting, isn't it? Just be careful not to spend all your money on it. 

I was aiming for common fossils as I ve read they aren t worth it for forging, still wanted to be sure. It is more unbelievable than exciting!

Spending too much money...this won t happen..surely...:D

[North]

4 hours ago, Mr.Omanyte said:

Spending too much money...this won t happen..surely...:D

I remember saying this when I started buying fossils.

Even had tiny cardboard box with sections. But then the collecting bug bites. 

[Mr.Omanyte]

51 minutes ago, North said:

I remember saying this when I started buying fossils.

Even had tiny cardboard box with sections. But then the collecting bug bites. 

I said it sarcastically. I know what will ensue...

I need to find trustworthy stores in europe and I don t know where to start

[North]

12 minutes ago, Mr.Omanyte said:

I said it sarcastically. I know what will ensue...

I need to find trustworthy stores in europe and I don t know where to start

I know, I just continued it with little humor.

 

For some reason I have not seen many European shops. Most bigger ones seem to be in US and UK.

[JBkansas]

8 hours ago, Frightmares said:

They are indeed real and are all relatively common fossils. I remember when I first found out about the hobby too. It's exciting, isn't it? Just be careful not to spend all your money on it. 

Instructions unclear, broke and running out of room to store fossils...

[JBkansas]

2 hours ago, North said:

For some reason I have not seen many European shops. Most bigger ones seem to be in US and UK.

I've found lots of European sellers here and on auction sites. They just don't have brick and mortar storefronts or standalone websites.

Edited July 23 by JBkansas

[Notidanodon]

There’s a lot of German and French sellers, go to fossil fairs to get the best I think 

[North]

7 hours ago, JBkansas said:

I've found lots of European sellers here and on auction sites. They just don't have brick and mortar storefronts or standalone websites.

That is most likely true. European sellers I have been bought from have indeed been via auctions.

Hopefully op is able to find some.

[Mr.Omanyte]

By auctions you mean auctions on online auction site or which sites?

[Mr.Omanyte]

Just now, Mr.Omanyte said:

By auctions you mean auctions on online auction site or which sites?

I mentioned a popular auction site but it was censored.can t edit

[FranzBernhard]

30 minutes ago, Mr.Omanyte said:

I mentioned a popular auction site but it was censored.can t edit

Are you able to self collect?
Franz Bernhard

[Coco]

Hi,

 

It is normal, we do not advertise for merchant sites. Speaking of a "favorite auction site" everyone understands what it is...

 

Coco

[North]

1 hour ago, Mr.Omanyte said:

By auctions you mean auctions on online auction site or which sites?

Yes. Online.

But if you are not familiar with specific fossil and do plan to buy something from auctions, it might be wise to post pictures (without seller info) here before you deside to buy. Since there might be bad items.

For new collector I think normal shop would be easier option, which you can still check from forum.

[Mr.Omanyte]

7 hours ago, North said:

Yes. Online.

But if you are not familiar with specific fossil and do plan to buy something from auctions, it might be wise to post pictures (without seller info) here before you deside to buy. Since there might be bad items.

For new collector I think normal shop would be easier option, which you can still check from forum.

You mean the auction from the forum? Or is there a shop on the forum?

 

[Fin Lover]

8 minutes ago, Mr.Omanyte said:

You mean the auction from the forum? Or is there a shop on the forum?

 

Neither.  If you find an item you are interested in from an outside online source, or shop, you can always post pictures of it first under the "Is it Real?" section of this forum to make sure it looks real, unrestored, etc. before you purchase it.

Edited July 24 by Fin Lover