Hadrosaur Vertebra with Neural Arch, Alberta (disposition #001590)

A fossil hadrosaur vertebra preserving a substantial centrum and most of the neural arch. Measuring 5.5 × 6.3 × 7 cm, this specimen retains the broad vertebral body together with the passage beneath the surviving arch that accommodated the spinal cord in life.

The neural spine and other projecting processes are incomplete but any vertebra with a preserved neural arch is relatively uncommon. Broken edges and visible fractures remain around the upper portion, while much of the centrum’s overall form is preserved. Its precise position along the spine remains undetermined.

From the Harvey Negrich Collection, this specimen combines a well-defined vertebral body with surviving neural-arch anatomy. Its three-dimensional form and exposed bone structure make it an engaging display piece for collectors interested in Alberta’s dinosaurs.

Legal Status: This specimen is legally available for private ownership and resale under Alberta Disposition Certificate #001590. A copy of the disposition documentation will accompany the specimen. Learn more about Alberta fossils and the disposition process.

Family: Hadrosauridae indet. (hadrosaur; exact species undetermined)
Age: Late Cretaceous (Campanian or 74.8 - 77.5 million years ago)
Formation: Dinosaur Park or Oldman formation (Belly River/Judith River Group)
Locality: North of Brooks, Alberta, Canada
Dimensions: 5.5 × 6.3 × 7 cm
Provenance: Harvey Negrich Collection
Alberta Disposition Certificate Number: 001590 (specimen #HN313) issued July 7, 2026