Description
Cadoceras sublaeve Fossil Ammonite
This collectible fossil is identified as Cadoceras sublaeve, a fossil ammonite from the Kellaways Clay and the Lower Callovian stage of the Jurassic. It is associated with Ashton Keynes, United Kingdom, and comes from the Alice Purnell Collection. The combination of a named ammonite identification, documented Jurassic age and stated geological material makes this an appealing addition to a fossil collection, geological display or natural history study.
Geological Context
The Callovian is a stage within the Jurassic Period, a major interval of Mesozoic geological time. The Lower Callovian represents the earlier part of the Callovian Stage. Kellaways Clay is a geological clay deposit associated with Jurassic strata in England, providing an important context for fossils preserved within this material. This specimen is presented specifically with the identification and geological details supplied for the product.
About Ammonites
Ammonites were extinct marine molluscs related to modern cephalopods such as nautiluses, squids and cuttlefish. Their fossils are especially valued by collectors because they preserve the distinctive planispiral shell form associated with ammonites. Ammonite specimens are also important to palaeontology, as named forms and their occurrence in particular Jurassic strata help researchers understand marine life, geological succession and changes through deep time.
The genus Cadoceras is a Jurassic ammonite genus, and Cadoceras sublaeve represents a specific named fossil identification within that group. The scientific name is retained as supplied, making this piece suitable for collectors who prefer specimens accompanied by a formal taxonomic designation rather than an unclassified ammonite label.
Collection and Display
From the Alice Purnell Collection
The specimen can be displayed as part of a fossil cabinet, Jurassic collection, ammonite study, geology classroom or natural history presentation. It may also appeal to collectors building a themed selection of Callovian fossils, British geological specimens or scientifically named ammonites. Full sizing is shown in the photographs.
Authenticity and Photograph Information
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.
The supplied locality, geological age and identification are included to support clear cataloguing and informed collecting. Please review the photographs carefully for the specimen’s visible form and presentation before purchase.
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