Description
Presented here is a Beudanticeras subparandieri Fossil Ammonite, a beautifully preserved and scientifically significant example from the Lower Albian Stage of the Early Cretaceous, collected from the Gault Clay Formation in Folkestone, Kent, United Kingdom.
This fossil represents Beudanticeras subparandieri, a genus known for its compressed and involute shell with fine, flexuous ribbing and a smooth venter, typical of the Beudanticeratinae subfamily. The piece is a carefully selected specimen that showcases the distinctive characteristics of this rare ammonite.
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The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive, placed beside a 1cm scale cube for accurate sizing. Please refer to the image for full dimensions.
Geological and Taxonomic Information:
- Species: Beudanticeras subparandieri
- Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
- Age: Early Cretaceous, Lower Albian Stage (~113 to 110 million years ago)
- Locality: Folkestone, Kent, United Kingdom
- Formation: Gault Clay Formation
- Depositional Environment: Marine shelf setting, relatively deep, soft muds deposited under low-energy conditions
- Biozone: Typically found within the Leymeriella tardefurcata or Douvilleiceras mammillatum ammonite zones
- Geological Stage: Lower Albian
Taxonomic Classification:
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Desmoceratoidea
- Family: Desmoceratidae
- Subfamily: Beudanticeratinae
- Genus: Beudanticeras
- Species: Beudanticeras subparandieri
- Described By: Pervinquière, early 20th century
Morphology & Notable Features:
- Compressed, involute shell with low umbilicus
- Fine, weakly sinuous ribbing across the flanks
- Smooth and rounded venter lacking prominent keels
- Sutural pattern relatively simple for an ammonite of its age
- Generally lacks tubercles or strong ornamentation
- Often found preserved in dark claystone or iron-rich concretions
Scientific & Collector Significance:
Beudanticeras subparandieri is an excellent representative of the transitional faunas between more strongly ornamented mid-Cretaceous forms and smoother-shelled Late Cretaceous ammonites. Its presence within the Gault Clay provides valuable insights into the biostratigraphy and paleoenvironment of Lower Albian marine settings in southern England.
This particular specimen from Folkestone is especially prized due to the exceptional preservation conditions of the Gault Clay, making it a desirable addition for both amateur fossil enthusiasts and serious collectors.
Specimen Details:
- Approximate Size: See photo with 1cm scale cube
- Condition: Matrix-free or lightly matrix-backed, ideal for display
- Locality: Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Includes: Certificate of Authenticity
Ideal For:
- Cretaceous ammonite enthusiasts
- Educational and museum-quality collections
- Geological teaching sets
- Unique gifts for fossil lovers and natural history fans
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