Description
You are purchasing the exact specimen of Alethopteris grandinioides fossil pictured in the listing. This plant fossil represents a true piece of prehistoric botanical history, dating back to the Carboniferous period, found in the classic Coal Measures of Radstock, Somerset, UK.
This particular fossil includes both positive and negative impressions, offering a full mirrored preservation of its intricate frond structure. It has been professionally discovered, cleaned, and prepared by our team:
- Discovered by: Alister and Alison
- Date: 12 May 2025
- Cleaned and Prepped by: Alison
Each fossil comes with a scale cube (1cm) visible in the photograph. Please refer to the photo for full size and detail.
Species & Scientific Context:
- Species: Alethopteris grandinioides
- Genus: Alethopteris
- Geological Period: Carboniferous
- Stratigraphic Group: Coal Measures
- Location: Radstock, Somerset, UK
- Fossil Type: Positive and Negative Impressions
- Morphology: Pinnately compound leaves with a central rachis and symmetrical leaflets
- Depositional Environment: Lowland swamp forests and deltaic systems common to Carboniferous peat-forming wetlands
- Family: Alethopteridaceae (associated with seed ferns)
- Order: Medullosales (extinct order of seed ferns)
- Preservation: Compression fossil in sedimentary shale/siltstone typical of coal-bearing strata
Why Buy from Us?
- 100% Genuine Fossils
- Includes Certificate of Authenticity
- Actual Specimen Shown
- Expertly Cleaned and Handled
Perfect for:
- Fossil Collectors
- Carboniferous Paleobotany Enthusiasts
- Natural History Displays
- Educational Use or Gifts
Note:
What you see is exactly what you get. Scale cube = 1cm. Please view all photos carefully for sizing and detail.
Thank you for supporting ethical and passionate fossil collecting.
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