January 2025 Newsletter of the Association of Applied Paleontological Sciences

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President Andre LuJan received the message below regarding the theft of two high-quality Canadian ammolite ammonites. Please take a minute to review the photographs and text. If you know anything or are contacted about purchasing these items, please contact Dr. Frederic Lacombat at flacombat@interprospekt.com or via whatsapp at +33 6 19 03 43 24.

I will add this information to our Fossil Theft page, www.aaps.net/aaps-fossil-theft-alerts.html for future reference.

Sincerely,

Signiture




George Winters, Administrative Director
AAPS
96 E 700 S
Logan, UT 84321-5555
Phone: 435-744-3428
Email: george@stonejungle.com

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New Fossil Theft Alert March 2025

Multible Specimens, reported by Dr. Frederic Lacombat

I am writing to inform you about the theft of two Canadian Ammonite specimens that occurred last year in Tucson. These specimens were securely stored in the property of the Granada Gallery. Unfortunately, it was broken into, and the ammolites were stolen.

Details of the Stolen Specimens:

Description: Two high-quality Canadian Ammonite specimens, known for their vibrant iridescence and unique coloration. Photographs of the stolen specimens included for your reference. Given their distinctive appearance, they should be easily recognizable.

19.5inch/49.5cm. inventory Number 2023-9

Stolen AmmoniteStolen Ammonite

14inch/35.5cm inventory Number 2023-4
Stolen AmmoniteStolen Ammonite

If you happen to come across these specimens or have any information regarding their whereabouts, please contact me directly or reach out to F. Lacombat at flacombat@interprospekt.com or via whatsapp at +33 6 19 03 43 24.

Your assistance in this matter is highly appreciated. Thank you for your attention and support.

Dr. Frederic Lacombat
Director of the Science Department

interprospekt

AAPS

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