Amaltheus pleuroceras Fossil Ammonite – Upper Pliensbachian, Jurassic – Isle of Skye, Scotland – Alice Purnell Collection

Description

Offered here is a rare and scientifically significant Amaltheus pleuroceras ammonite fossil from the Upper Pliensbachian Stage of the Early Jurassic Period, dated to approximately 189 to 183 million years ago. This specimen was discovered on the Isle of Skye, Scotland, a locality renowned for its exceptional Jurassic geology. It comes from the esteemed Alice Purnell Collection, known for meticulously curated and documented fossil specimens.

Amaltheus pleuroceras is a species within the family Amaltheidae. These ammonites are easily recognised by their evolute shells, finely ribbed ornamentation, and occasional keel along the venter. They were fast-swimming nektonic predators and represent an important group for Jurassic marine biostratigraphy.

The specimen is preserved in fine matrix and shows excellent ribbing, natural coiling, and surface detail, making it a standout piece for collectors or educators alike.

Geological Context: The Upper Pliensbachian Stage falls within the Early Jurassic and represents a time of widespread marine conditions across the British Isles. The Isle of Skye is part of Scotland’s Inner Hebrides and features fossiliferous strata from the Lias Group. These beds are rich in ammonites and provide critical information for correlating Jurassic marine sequences across Europe.

Key Details:

• Species: Amaltheus pleuroceras (Fossil Ammonite)
• Fossil Type: Extinct marine cephalopod
• Age: Upper Pliensbachian, Early Jurassic (~189–183 million years ago)
• Location Found: Isle of Skye, Scotland, UK
• Formation: Lias Group
• Provenance: From the Alice Purnell Collection
• Size: See photo with 1cm scale rule / cube
• Condition: Excellent preservation with visible ornamentation and structural detail
• Authenticity: Guaranteed 100% genuine; includes a Certificate of Authenticity
• Photo: The image shows the actual specimen you will receive

Scientific & Collector Value: Amaltheus pleuroceras is an important guide fossil for the Pliensbachian Stage and is frequently used in biostratigraphy. Its distinctive features, combined with its rarity from Scottish sites like Skye, make this specimen particularly desirable—enhanced further by its inclusion in the well-documented Alice Purnell Collection.

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Own a stunning piece of Scottish Jurassic history with this Amaltheus pleuroceras fossil ammonite from the Isle of Skye.