Description
Genuine 3″ Parkinsonia Ammonite – Classic Middle Jurassic Fossil from Dorset
Offered here is a beautiful 3 inch Parkinsonia fossil ammonite, a highly collectible marine fossil from the Middle Bajocian Stage of the Jurassic Period, discovered in the renowned fossil beds of Burton Bradstock, Dorset, United Kingdom. This area is internationally famous for producing striking and scientifically important Middle Jurassic ammonites, making specimens from this locality especially desirable.
This is a carefully chosen piece, selected for its strong preservation, excellent shell detail, and impressive display size. The photographs show the exact fossil you will receive, with full sizing clearly visible in the provided images.
Every fossil we offer is a genuine specimen, and this ammonite includes a Certificate of Authenticity with lifetime guarantee, supplied as a generic authenticity card for permanent documentation and complete buyer confidence.
Geological Setting – Middle Bajocian, Jurassic of Burton Bradstock
This ammonite originates from the Middle Bajocian, approximately 168–170 million years ago, during the Middle Jurassic. At that time, Dorset lay beneath a warm, shallow tropical sea rich in marine life.
The Burton Bradstock coastline is part of the famous Jurassic Coast region, where Middle Jurassic sediments record a thriving marine ecosystem filled with ammonites, bivalves, brachiopods, and other sea creatures. The sediments here were deposited in relatively calm offshore conditions, allowing shells to fossilise with excellent clarity.
The Bajocian rocks of Dorset are well known for their ammonite diversity and are widely studied for their importance in Jurassic stratigraphy.
Fossil Species – Parkinsonia Ammonite
Parkinsonia is one of the most iconic ammonite genera of the Middle Jurassic, belonging to the extinct subclass Ammonoidea, within the class Cephalopoda. Ammonites were highly successful marine molluscs related to modern squid and cuttlefish, and they were among the dominant predators of Jurassic seas.
Parkinsonia is especially valued for its elegant coiling, strong ribbing, and distinctive whorl shape. Specimens of this genus are important index fossils used by geologists to identify and correlate Bajocian-aged rock layers across Europe.
Because Parkinsonia is both scientifically significant and visually striking, it remains a favourite among collectors of classic British Jurassic ammonites.
Morphology and Display Features
This 3 inch specimen offers an excellent size for collectors, providing strong presence while retaining fine shell ornamentation. The ribbing and spiral geometry remain clearly visible, highlighting the natural beauty of ammonite shell architecture.
Ammonites such as Parkinsonia also preserve important evidence of ancient marine biodiversity, representing animals that lived as active swimmers in Jurassic seas over 165 million years ago.
This specimen is ideal for display in fossil cabinets, educational collections, or as a centrepiece for any Jurassic enthusiast.
Authenticity and Collector Confidence
This is a 100% genuine Parkinsonia ammonite fossil, responsibly sourced from the Middle Jurassic deposits of Burton Bradstock, Dorset.
It includes a lifetime Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring complete confidence in provenance and genuineness.
Ideal For Collectors, Gifts and Educational Displays
This fossil is perfect for:
- Ammonite and Jurassic fossil collectors
- British Dorset fossil enthusiasts
- Middle Jurassic stratigraphy and geology students
- Natural history displays and museums
- Unique prehistoric gifts from the Jurassic Coast
A wonderful opportunity to own an authentic 3″ Parkinsonia ammonite from the Middle Bajocian of Burton Bradstock, Dorset, preserved from an ancient sea nearly 170 million years ago and accompanied by a lifetime Certificate of Authenticity.
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