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7" lytoceras fimbriatum ammonite fossil – toarcian stage, jurassic – eype, dorset, uk
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7″ lytoceras fimbriatum ammonite fossil – toarcian stage, jurassic – eype, dorset, uk

Original price was: £180.00.Current price is: £162.00.

This exceptional 7-inch fossil specimen is a beautifully preserved Lytoceras fimbriatum ammonite from the Toarcian Stage of the Lower Jurassic Period, dating back approximately 180 million years. Discovered along the famous Jurassic Coast at Eype, Dorset, UK, this fossil is a testament to the incredible marine biodiversity of ancient seas.

Lytoceras is part of the Lytoceratidae family, known for their smooth, involute shells with gently curved whorls and distinct suture patterns. Unlike many ribbed ammonites, Lytoceras fimbriatum exhibits fine ornamentation and a more refined, elegant form—making it both scientifically valuable and visually stunning. These ammonites were active swimmers and likely fast-moving carnivores, related to modern squid and octopus.

This specimen was carefully excavated by our own expert team members Alister and Alison on 19 July 2024 and has been professionally cleaned, prepared, and treated by Alison to highlight its features and preserve it for generations to come. It forms part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection—an esteemed assemblage of rare and museum-quality fossils.

Item Details:

  • Species: Lytoceras fimbriatum
  • Fossil Type: Ammonite
  • Geological Period: Lower Jurassic
  • Stratigraphy: Toarcian Stage
  • Location Found: Eype, Dorset, UK
  • Discovery Date: 19 July 2024
  • Collected & Prepared By: Alister and Alison
  • From Collection: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: See scale cube in photo (1cm squares)
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

ACTUAL AS SEEN:

You will receive the exact fossil shown in the images. This specimen has been professionally photographed to represent its true form and detail. Colours may vary slightly depending on lighting and screen settings. Measurements are as accurate as possible. Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new specimen and images.

100% Genuine – Professionally Prepared – Collector-Grade Fossil – Certificate of Authenticity Included

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This exceptional 7-inch fossil specimen is a beautifully preserved Lytoceras fimbriatum ammonite from the Toarcian Stage of the Lower Jurassic Period, dating back approximately 180 million years. Discovered along the famous Jurassic Coast at Eype, Dorset, UK, this fossil is a testament to the incredible marine biodiversity of ancient seas.

Lytoceras is part of the Lytoceratidae family, known for their smooth, involute shells with gently curved whorls and distinct suture patterns. Unlike many ribbed ammonites, Lytoceras fimbriatum exhibits fine ornamentation and a more refined, elegant form—making it both scientifically valuable and visually stunning. These ammonites were active swimmers and likely fast-moving carnivores, related to modern squid and octopus.

This specimen was carefully excavated by our own expert team members Alister and Alison on 19 July 2024 and has been professionally cleaned, prepared, and treated by Alison to highlight its features and preserve it for generations to come.

Item Details:

  • Species: Lytoceras fimbriatum
  • Fossil Type: Ammonite
  • Geological Period: Lower Jurassic
  • Stratigraphy: Toarcian Stage
  • Location Found: Eype, Dorset, UK
  • Discovery Date: 19 July 2024
  • Collected & Prepared By: Alister and Alison
  • Size: See scale cube in photo (1cm squares)
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

ACTUAL AS SEEN:

You will receive the exact fossil shown in the images. This specimen has been professionally photographed to represent its true form and detail. Colours may vary slightly depending on lighting and screen settings. Measurements are as accurate as possible. Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new specimen and images.

100% Genuine – Professionally Prepared – Collector-Grade Fossil – Certificate of Authenticity Included

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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