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Austinoceras austini (Fragment) Ammonite Fossil, Cenomanian, Cretaceous, Glynde, East Sussex, UK – Ex Alice Purnell Collection
Austinoceras austini (Fragment) Ammonite Fossil, Cenomanian, Cretaceous, Glynde, East Sussex, UK – Ex Alice Purnell Collection - Image 2

Austinoceras austini (Fragment) Ammonite Fossil, Cenomanian, Cretaceous, Glynde, East Sussex, UK – Ex Alice Purnell Collection

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This listing features a fragment of Austinoceras austini, a rare ammonite fossil from the Cenomanian stage of the Cretaceous period. Discovered in Glynde, East Sussex, UK, this specimen offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient marine ecosystems of over 93 million years ago.

The Austinoceras austini is a distinctive species of ammonite known for its smooth, streamlined shell structure. While this particular fossil is a fragment, it retains significant scientific and historical value, making it an excellent addition for collectors or educators. The preservation highlights key features of the species, showcasing the evolutionary adaptations of these ancient marine cephalopods.

Adding to its provenance and prestige, this fossil comes from the esteemed Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected private collections of ammonites in the world. Fossils from this collection are celebrated for their authenticity, exceptional quality, and historical importance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Austinoceras austini (ammonite fragment)
  • Age: Cenomanian, Cretaceous (~93-100 million years old)
  • Location: Glynde, East Sussex, UK
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

Each fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and value. The exact fossil fragment you will receive is shown in the photos, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for precise size reference.

This carefully selected ammonite fossil fragment is ideal for fossil enthusiasts, educators, and collectors. It offers a valuable glimpse into Earth’s prehistoric marine life and makes an excellent addition to any fossil collection or an intriguing display piece.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a scientifically significant ammonite fossil fragment with impeccable provenance from the world-renowned Alice Purnell Collection. Order today to secure this rare piece of history for your collection!

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This listing features a fragment of Austinoceras austini, a rare ammonite fossil from the Cenomanian stage of the Cretaceous period. Discovered in Glynde, East Sussex, UK, this specimen offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient marine ecosystems of over 93 million years ago.

The Austinoceras austini is a distinctive species of ammonite known for its smooth, streamlined shell structure. While this particular fossil is a fragment, it retains significant scientific and historical value, making it an excellent addition for collectors or educators. The preservation highlights key features of the species, showcasing the evolutionary adaptations of these ancient marine cephalopods.

Adding to its provenance and prestige, this fossil comes from the esteemed Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected private collections of ammonites in the world. Fossils from this collection are celebrated for their authenticity, exceptional quality, and historical importance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Austinoceras austini (ammonite fragment)
  • Age: Cenomanian, Cretaceous (~93-100 million years old)
  • Location: Glynde, East Sussex, UK
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

Each fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and value. The exact fossil fragment you will receive is shown in the photos, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for precise size reference.

This carefully selected ammonite fossil fragment is ideal for fossil enthusiasts, educators, and collectors. It offers a valuable glimpse into Earth’s prehistoric marine life and makes an excellent addition to any fossil collection or an intriguing display piece.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own a scientifically significant ammonite fossil fragment with impeccable provenance from the world-renowned Alice Purnell Collection. Order today to secure this rare piece of history for your collection!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous
Origin

United Kingdom

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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