This is a Paralejurus trilobite from Morocco, North Africa. This trilobite measures approximately 2 1/4 inch in length and dates back to the Devonian time period approximately 390 million years ago. I guarantee this is a genuine trilobite. A lot of trilobites are just found as partials and then a common practice is for preparers to sculpt and paint in the rest. to make it appear complete. That does not appear to be the case with this piece. Another thing to be aware of with these trilobites - the way these trilobites are recovered is by breaking the rock and looking for something inside. If they find evidence of a trilobite inside, they will glue the rock back together and then prep out the trilobite. That's how they are able to get such well preserved specimens. It's the fact that they are encapsulated in rock that preserves their great detail. So there may be those types of repairs present but I don't see any on this piece. This is a great fossil for any collection! We have a variety of trilobite specimens available so be sure to check out our other listings!!Fossils, Meteorites, & More