Description
This listing offers a RARE 7″ fossil ammonite, identified as Algericeras boghariensis, from the Aptian Stage of the Early Cretaceous Period. This specimen originates from the marine sedimentary beds around Tulear, Morocco, an area renowned for beautifully preserved and scientifically important ammonite fossils. The ammonite is a genuine piece and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The photo shows the exact item you will receive.
Geological Details:
- Locality: Tulear (Toliara), Morocco
- Geological Period: Cretaceous
- Geological Stage: Aptian (~125 to 113 million years ago)
- Depositional Environment: Shallow marine carbonate platform; low-energy shelf environment rich in ammonite-bearing marl and limestone
- Formation: Lower Cretaceous marine sediments typical of the Tethyan margin in North Africa
Paleontological Context: Algericeras boghariensis belongs to the Desmoceratidae Family, a lineage of planispiral ammonites with distinct ornamentation. It is an important biostratigraphic indicator for the Aptian stage and is recognized in several North African and Mediterranean faunal zones.
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Desmoceratoidea
- Family: Desmoceratidae
- Genus: Algericeras
- Species: boghariensis
- Biozone: Associated with Early Aptian ammonite zones (including Procheloniceras and Dufrenoyia zones)
- Formally Described by: Kilian and Reboul, early 20th century
Morphological Features:
- Strongly ribbed, planispiral shell reaching ~7 inches diameter
- Broad whorls and moderately involute coiling
- Pronounced radial ribbing with occasional tuberculate nodes
- Fine chalky matrix typical of Moroccan preservation
Notable Characteristics:
- Excellent preservation with clear structural detail
- Rare and visually impressive species
- Valuable for collectors and biostratigraphic reference
Authenticity & Presentation:
- 100% genuine fossil, not a replica or restoration
- Supplied with an official Certificate of Authenticity
- Photo shows the exact specimen you will receive
- Scale cube = 1cm for size reference
Additional Notes: Algericeras boghariensis is a highly desirable ammonite species, seldom seen in this size and quality. Its scientific value and aesthetic appeal make it a superb addition to any serious fossil collection, educational display, or geological reference suite.
All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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