Mastodon Collection (page 3)

Haverlys European Mastodon Minstrels. Date 1898

Haverlys European and American Mastodon Minstrels. Date ca. 1898

Hunting sabre-toothed cat
Sabre-toothed cat (Amphimachairodus giganteus) protecting its kill of deer (Turiacemas sp.) from hyenas (Lycyaena sp.) and dogs (Canis cipio)

1820-1830 Early Geologist fossil cartoon
An unrecorded, possibly unique print by E.S - F.G.S (Fellow of Geological Society) in mezzotint style with contemporary hand colouring and ink inscription

1888 colour lithograph Tertiary mammals
Mammals of the Tertiary including Palaeotherium (1), hippopotamus (7), Dinotherium (4), Pithecus (11), Mastodon (5), and Anoplotherium (3). Note that not all these animals were actually contemporary

1869 Central Park Dinosaurs Hawkins full
1869 Harpers Weekly, August 14th. " Palaeozoic Museum. Showing the rehabilitated forms of ancient animal life in america now being constructed in Central Park"

1849 The antidiluvian world crop Jurassic
A rare British informational broadsheet with contemporary hand colouring, drawn and engraved by John Emslie and published by James Reynolds in 1849

Mastodon teeth, 19th century artwork
Mastodon teeth (molars), 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

Mastodon remains in Indiana
Mastodon remains found near Cromwell in Indiana, USA, reported as a sensational paleontological discovery

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"Unearthing the Mysteries of Mastodon: A Journey Through Time" Step back in time to the Miocene era, where prehistoric wildlife roamed freely. Imagine encountering a majestic creature like the mastodon, with its massive size and impressive tusks. In 1766, George Croghan stumbled upon mastodon jaw bone fossils at Big Bone Lick in Kentucky. Recognizing their significance, he sent them to his friend Benjamin Franklin for further examination. This discovery sparked curiosity and fascination among early scientists. As we explore a Neanderthal landscape through artwork, we begin to grasp the magnitude of these ancient creatures' existence. The Geological Gallery at the Natural History Museum in 1892 showcases an array of fascinating specimens, including a captivating display featuring a mastodon. Fast forward to December 1919 when visitors marveled at the sight of a reconstructed mastodon skeleton proudly displayed in the Geological Gallery, and is here that one can truly appreciate the comparative sizes of extinct animals and comprehend just how colossal these creatures were. Palaeothey are believed to be ancestors of modern-day mastodons – connecting us directly to our distant past. Engravings from 1872 depict both woolly mammoths and elephant mastodons, reminding us that these magnificent beasts once roamed across vast landscapes. Even today, our fascination with this prehistoric giant remains strong as seen in a comic postcard depicting Stone Age Lyons Cafe from the 20th century – showcasing how deeply ingrained they are within popular culture. The legacy left by mastodons continues to captivate our imagination as we uncover more about their history and impact on Earth's ecosystems throughout time. Their story serves as a reminder that even long-extinct species have much to teach us about our planet's rich natural heritage.