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6″ Rare Acanthohoplites aschultaensin Ammonite Fossil, Upper Aptian, Cretaceous, Morocco – Ex Alice Purnell Collection

£60.00

This listing features a rare 6″ Acanthohoplites aschultaensin ammonite fossil from the Upper Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in Morocco. This stunning fossil showcases the intricate ribbing and spiny ornamentation that make Acanthohoplites one of the most visually striking ammonite genera, offering a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of marine life over 110 million years ago.

The Acanthohoplites aschultaensin is a highly prized ammonite species, renowned for its elaborate shell structure and scientific significance. This large, well-preserved specimen is an extraordinary addition to any fossil collection, providing both aesthetic and educational value. Furthermore, this ammonite comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the world’s largest and most celebrated private ammonite collections, ensuring its authenticity and historical importance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Acanthohoplites aschultaensin (ammonite)
  • Age: Upper Aptian, Cretaceous (~110-115 million years old)
  • Location: Morocco
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: 6 inches

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its authenticity and quality. The exact fossil you will receive is shown in the photos, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for precise size reference.

This carefully selected and expertly preserved ammonite fossil is ideal for collectors, educators, or anyone passionate about Earth’s prehistoric marine history. It serves as a unique display piece, a valuable teaching aid, or a stunning addition to any fossil collection.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare and scientifically significant ammonite fossil with impeccable provenance from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection. Order now to secure this exceptional specimen for your collection!

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This listing features a rare 6″ Acanthohoplites aschultaensin ammonite fossil from the Upper Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in Morocco. This stunning fossil showcases the intricate ribbing and spiny ornamentation that make Acanthohoplites one of the most visually striking ammonite genera, offering a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of marine life over 110 million years ago.

The Acanthohoplites aschultaensin is a highly prized ammonite species, renowned for its elaborate shell structure and scientific significance. This large, well-preserved specimen is an extraordinary addition to any fossil collection, providing both aesthetic and educational value. Furthermore, this ammonite comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the world’s largest and most celebrated private ammonite collections, ensuring its authenticity and historical importance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Acanthohoplites aschultaensin (ammonite)
  • Age: Upper Aptian, Cretaceous (~110-115 million years old)
  • Location: Morocco
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: 6 inches

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its authenticity and quality. The exact fossil you will receive is shown in the photos, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for precise size reference.

This carefully selected and expertly preserved ammonite fossil is ideal for collectors, educators, or anyone passionate about Earth’s prehistoric marine history. It serves as a unique display piece, a valuable teaching aid, or a stunning addition to any fossil collection.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare and scientifically significant ammonite fossil with impeccable provenance from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection. Order now to secure this exceptional specimen for your collection!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous

Origin

Morocco

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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