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11.5" LYTOCERAS VILLAE Fossil Ammonite Jurassic Bathonian Inferior Oolite Dorset UK Burton Bradstock
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11.5″ LYTOCERAS VILLAE Fossil Ammonite Jurassic Bathonian Inferior Oolite Dorset UK Burton Bradstock

Original price was: £600.00.Current price is: £540.00.

This stunning and sizeable Lytoceras villae fossil ammonite, measuring 11.5 inches, is a rare and scientifically important specimen from the Lower Bathonian stage of the Middle Jurassic. Discovered on 17 January 2025 by our expert fossil hunting team, Alister and Alison, in Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK, this fossil was meticulously cleaned, prepped, and conserved by Alison to professional standards.

The ammonite photographed is the exact specimen you will receive. A 1cm scale cube is included for size reference. This fossil has been chosen for its exceptional preservation, impressive size, and elegant coiling structure characteristic of the genus.

Scientific & Geological Information:

  • Species: Lytoceras villae (formally described by Neumayr, 1875)
  • Family: Lytoceratidae
  • Superfamily: Lytoceratoidea
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Geological Stage: Lower Bathonian (Middle Jurassic)
  • Formation: Inferior Oolite Group
  • Zone: Possibly within the Zigzag Zone or Morphoceras Zone (tentative, based on locality and stratigraphy)
  • Biozone: Regional Bathonian ammonite biozones
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow marine carbonate shelf; this genus often occupied deeper shelf environments and was nektonic (free-swimming)
  • Morphology Features: Evolute shell with wide umbilicus, loosely coiled whorls, and smooth shell ornamentation with minimal ribbing; distinctive of Lytoceratidae
  • Notable: Lytoceras villae is a rare ammonite in British Jurassic strata and highly prized for its elegant form and large size. Specimens of this quality and size are infrequently found, especially from Burton Bradstock.

Why Choose This Fossil?

  • 100% genuine and legally sourced specimen
  • Certificate of Authenticity included
  • Discovered and prepared by trusted in-house team
  • Rare, large ammonite ideal for collectors and displays
  • From the UNESCO-designated Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site

Shipping & Handling:

  • Expertly packed for international delivery
  • Tracked and insured shipping available worldwide

Elevate your fossil collection with this majestic Lytoceras villae—an iconic cephalopod from the Jurassic seas of Dorset.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

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Description

This stunning and sizeable Lytoceras villae fossil ammonite, measuring 11.5 inches, is a rare and scientifically important specimen from the Lower Bathonian stage of the Middle Jurassic. Discovered on 17 January 2025 by our expert fossil hunting team, Alister and Alison, in Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK, this fossil was meticulously cleaned, prepped, and conserved by Alison to professional standards.

The ammonite photographed is the exact specimen you will receive. A 1cm scale cube is included for size reference. This fossil has been chosen for its exceptional preservation, impressive size, and elegant coiling structure characteristic of the genus.

Scientific & Geological Information:

  • Species: Lytoceras villae (formally described by Neumayr, 1875)
  • Family: Lytoceratidae
  • Superfamily: Lytoceratoidea
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Geological Stage: Lower Bathonian (Middle Jurassic)
  • Formation: Inferior Oolite Group
  • Zone: Possibly within the Zigzag Zone or Morphoceras Zone (tentative, based on locality and stratigraphy)
  • Biozone: Regional Bathonian ammonite biozones
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow marine carbonate shelf; this genus often occupied deeper shelf environments and was nektonic (free-swimming)
  • Morphology Features: Evolute shell with wide umbilicus, loosely coiled whorls, and smooth shell ornamentation with minimal ribbing; distinctive of Lytoceratidae
  • Notable: Lytoceras villae is a rare ammonite in British Jurassic strata and highly prized for its elegant form and large size. Specimens of this quality and size are infrequently found, especially from Burton Bradstock.

Why Choose This Fossil?

  • 100% genuine and legally sourced specimen
  • Certificate of Authenticity included
  • Discovered and prepared by trusted in-house team
  • Rare, large ammonite ideal for collectors and displays
  • From the UNESCO-designated Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site

Shipping & Handling:

  • Expertly packed for international delivery
  • Tracked and insured shipping available worldwide

Elevate your fossil collection with this majestic Lytoceras villae—an iconic cephalopod from the Jurassic seas of Dorset.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

United Kingdom

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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