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Crinoid head (platycrinites diadema) fossil | carboniferous era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

Crinoid head (platycrinites diadema) fossil | carboniferous era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

Original price was: £14.40.Current price is: £12.96.

For sale is a remarkable Crinoid Head (Platycrinites diadema) fossil from the Clitheroe Limestone Formation, dating back to the Carboniferous period. This specimen was discovered in Salthill Quarry, Clitheroe, Lancashire, UK, and has been carefully selected for its excellent preservation. Professionally cleaned and prepped, this fossil offers a unique glimpse into ancient marine life from over 340 million years ago.

Platycrinites diadema is an extinct genus of crinoids, commonly known as sea lilies. Crinoids were marine animals related to starfish and sea urchins, known for their long stems and crown-like heads. This fossil represents the head, or calyx, of the crinoid, showcasing the detailed structure that helped these ancient creatures filter food from the water.

  • Location: Salthill Quarry, Clitheroe, Lancashire, UK
  • Geological Period: Chadian, Tournaisian, Carboniferous (approximately 340 million years ago)
  • Formation: Clitheroe Limestone Formation
  • Condition: Professionally cleaned and prepped for display
  • Size: Please see the photos for full sizing details (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact piece you will receive, chosen for its well-preserved features and scientific significance. Whether you’re a collector, fossil enthusiast, or simply fascinated by ancient marine life, this Platycrinites diadema fossil is a stunning addition to any collection or display.

Add a rare piece of Carboniferous history to your collection today with this exceptional crinoid head fossil!

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For sale is a remarkable Crinoid Head (Platycrinites diadema) fossil from the Clitheroe Limestone Formation, dating back to the Carboniferous period. This specimen was discovered in Salthill Quarry, Clitheroe, Lancashire, UK, and has been carefully selected for its excellent preservation. Professionally cleaned and prepped, this fossil offers a unique glimpse into ancient marine life from over 340 million years ago.

Platycrinites diadema is an extinct genus of crinoids, commonly known as sea lilies. Crinoids were marine animals related to starfish and sea urchins, known for their long stems and crown-like heads. This fossil represents the head, or calyx, of the crinoid, showcasing the detailed structure that helped these ancient creatures filter food from the water.

  • Location: Salthill Quarry, Clitheroe, Lancashire, UK
  • Geological Period: Chadian, Tournaisian, Carboniferous (approximately 340 million years ago)
  • Formation: Clitheroe Limestone Formation
  • Condition: Professionally cleaned and prepped for display
  • Size: Please see the photos for full sizing details (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, verifying this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact piece you will receive, chosen for its well-preserved features and scientific significance. Whether you’re a collector, fossil enthusiast, or simply fascinated by ancient marine life, this Platycrinites diadema fossil is a stunning addition to any collection or display.

Add a rare piece of Carboniferous history to your collection today with this exceptional crinoid head fossil!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Carboniferous
Origin

United Kingdom

Carboniferous Information

The Carboniferous Period (359–299 million years ago) was a time of vast forests, giant insects, and the first reptiles. Named for its extensive coal deposits, this period saw lush swamps filled with towering lycophyte trees, ferns, and horsetails, which would later become today’s coal reserves. The climate was warm and humid, with high oxygen levels fueling the growth of giant arthropods like the dragonfly-like Meganeura and the massive millipede Arthropleura. Amphibians thrived in swampy environments, while the first reptiles evolved, laying eggs on land. In the oceans, sharks and early bony fish dominated, and corals flourished in warm, shallow seas. The period ended with a cooling climate and glaciation, leading to the drying of swamps and the decline of many species.

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