Description
Harpoceras Fossil Ammonite
This 7.5" Harpoceras fossil ammonite is a distinctive Jurassic fossil specimen recorded from Beacon Limestone at Ilminster, Somerset, UK. It is an appealing piece for fossil collectors, geology enthusiasts, natural-history displays and anyone interested in the ancient marine life of the Jurassic period. The specimen combines a named ammonite identification with a documented geological setting, making it suitable for educational collections and decorative fossil displays.
Identification and Geological Setting
Harpoceras is an extinct genus of ammonite. Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods with coiled shells, and their fossils are widely valued by collectors because they preserve an important record of ancient marine environments and Jurassic biodiversity. This specimen is identified as Harpoceras and is associated with the Jurassic Beacon Limestone of Ilminster, Somerset, UK.
The Jurassic was a major period in Earth’s history during which marine ecosystems were widespread and ammonites were prominent members of the fossil record. A Harpoceras specimen offers an opportunity to explore ammonite form, fossilisation and the geological history represented by Jurassic rocks. The recorded Beacon Limestone association adds useful locality and geological context for display or study.
Collector and Display Appeal
With its 7.5" size, this fossil ammonite makes a noticeable addition to a fossil cabinet, study, office, classroom or natural-history collection. It can be displayed as a conversation piece or used as an accessible example when discussing ammonites, Jurassic geology and the preservation of marine fossils. The named identification makes it especially useful for collectors who prefer specimens with clear taxonomic and locality information.
The specimen is also well suited to educational settings. It can support discussions about extinct cephalopods, the Jurassic fossil record, geological collecting and the way fossil specimens connect a living organism with a particular rock unit and locality. Its documented association with Ilminster, Somerset provides a specific regional focus within the wider study of British geology.
Specimen Preparation and Collection
Your specimen was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison and has been cleaned, prepped and treated by Alison.
This preparation history provides useful information about the handling of the specimen and its readiness for collection or display. The fossil is offered as a genuine specimen with the supplied authenticity documentation.
Certificate of Authenticity
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The included certificate wording accompanies the specimen and provides additional documentation for collectors, educators and gift recipients. Please retain the certificate with the fossil as part of its collection record.
Product Details
Product: 7.5" Harpoceras Fossil Ammonite
Geological age: Jurassic Recorded rock association: Beacon Limestone Locality: Ilminster, Somerset, UK Category: Fossil SKU: CF3788
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