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Ammonite Pair Fossil, Cretaceous Madagascar Specimens Certificate of Authenticity & Display Collectible

Original price was: £19.80.Current price is: £15.84.

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Specimen: Ammonite Pair

Age: Cretaceous

Location: Madagascar

Size (picture scale cube=1cm):   65 x 19 x 54mm (2.56 x 0.75 x 2.13 inches)

 

Ammonites are one of the most recognisable fossils around, this is due to their familiar spiral shape shell, reminiscent of what we know as a snail shell, though these creatures are not related to snails at all. They were marine animals, present between 240 – 65 million years ago, who had a coiled external shell similar to that of the modern nautilus, and although they resembled a modern day nautilus, these molluscs are more closely related to living coleoids i.e. octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish.

This stunningly beautiful Ammonite has been sliced in half and polished to expose the amazing colourful chambers inside the fossil.

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. The specimen has been carefully hand selected and photographed. Measurements are as accurate as possible, though be aware measuring precise dimensions can be difficult from irregular shaped items. Whilst we portray colours as close to life-like as we can, colours will vary if taken in sunlight, indoors, from monitor to monitor and device to device. Once this specimen is sold, we will update this listing with new similar selected item, with a new photo and dimensions.

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Description

Cretaceous Ammonite Fossil Pair

This listing presents an Ammonite Pair identified as Cretaceous and associated with Madagascar. Ammonites are extinct marine cephalopods known for their distinctive coiled shells and long fossil record. Their familiar spiral form makes them popular with fossil collectors, natural history enthusiasts, educators and anyone building a geological display.

The Cretaceous Period belongs to the Mesozoic Era and is widely recognised for its diverse marine and terrestrial life. During this period, ammonites were important marine animals with chambered shells. As the animal grew, the shell developed additional chambers separated by internal walls. These features are part of the reason ammonite fossils remain so visually distinctive and scientifically valuable.

Madagascar Fossil Collecting Interest

Madagascar is well known among collectors for its varied fossil resources and geological heritage. A Madagascar-associated fossil can add regional interest to a collection focused on world palaeontology, Mesozoic life or marine fossils. This pair offers a natural way to explore the relationship between fossil specimens, geological time and the ancient environments represented in the fossil record.

Collector Display and Educational Use

The paired format works well for display in a home collection, classroom, study, museum-style cabinet or natural history arrangement. Ammonite fossils are especially suitable for introducing topics such as extinction, palaeontology, marine ecosystems, shell growth and the division of geological time. Their recognisable form also makes them accessible to both beginning collectors and experienced fossil enthusiasts.

Use this Cretaceous ammonite pair as a conversation piece, an educational object or part of a broader Madagascar fossil collection. The specimens can be displayed alongside other fossils to create a chronological or geographically themed arrangement. They are also a thoughtful gift choice for students, geology fans, fossil collectors and anyone interested in prehistoric marine life.

Authenticity and Photographs

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Sizing Information

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the photographs carefully for the complete visual presentation and scale information before purchasing. The images are intended to show the pair offered in this listing, including its overall appearance and presentation.

The ammonite identification, Cretaceous designation and Madagascar association make this pair a suitable addition to collections centred on fossil cephalopods, Mesozoic palaeontology, geological specimens and natural history. Its classic ammonite form provides an engaging connection to extinct marine life and the deep history recorded in rocks and fossils.

Additional information

Weight 1 g

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