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Cut and polished nautilus - cenoceras siculus - bajocian, jurassic | calvados, france | alice purnell collection | 100% genuine with coa
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Cut and polished nautilus – cenoceras siculus – bajocian, jurassic | calvados, france | alice purnell collection | 100% genuine with coa

£48.00

Discover the timeless beauty of this Cenoceras siculus cut and polished nautilus fossil from the Bajocian stage of the Jurassic Period, approximately 170.3 to 168.3 million years ago. This remarkable specimen, sourced from Calvados, France, has been expertly cut and polished to reveal its intricate internal chambers, once used by the nautilus for buoyancy control.

Cenoceras siculus was a marine cephalopod, closely related to modern nautiluses, that thrived in ancient Jurassic seas. The polished cross-section of this fossil highlights the elegant spiral structure and internal chamber patterns, often filled with natural mineral deposits that create captivating colors and textures.

Nautiluses like Cenoceras siculus are significant to paleontologists and fossil collectors for their evolutionary importance and aesthetic appeal. This polished specimen is not only a beautiful display piece but also an educational resource showcasing the complexity of ancient marine life.

This fossil is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections globally. Each specimen is hand-selected for its scientific importance and aesthetic value and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Information:

  • Species: Cenoceras siculus
  • Type: Cut and Polished Nautilus Fossil
  • Age: Bajocian, Jurassic Period (~170.3 – 168.3 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Calvados, France
  • Geological Formation: Jurassic marine deposits

Product Details:

  • Condition: 100% Genuine Fossil
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Included: Certificate of Authenticity
  • Polished Feature: Exposed internal chambers
  • Sizing: Scale rule squares/cube = 1 cm (please refer to photos for full dimensions)

The provided photo displays the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency. This cut and polished nautilus fossil is a perfect addition to any paleontological collection, a striking display piece, or an educational resource.

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

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Description

Discover the timeless beauty of this Cenoceras siculus cut and polished nautilus fossil from the Bajocian stage of the Jurassic Period, approximately 170.3 to 168.3 million years ago. This remarkable specimen, sourced from Calvados, France, has been expertly cut and polished to reveal its intricate internal chambers, once used by the nautilus for buoyancy control.

Cenoceras siculus was a marine cephalopod, closely related to modern nautiluses, that thrived in ancient Jurassic seas. The polished cross-section of this fossil highlights the elegant spiral structure and internal chamber patterns, often filled with natural mineral deposits that create captivating colors and textures.

Nautiluses like Cenoceras siculus are significant to paleontologists and fossil collectors for their evolutionary importance and aesthetic appeal. This polished specimen is not only a beautiful display piece but also an educational resource showcasing the complexity of ancient marine life.

This fossil is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections globally. Each specimen is hand-selected for its scientific importance and aesthetic value and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Information:

  • Species: Cenoceras siculus
  • Type: Cut and Polished Nautilus Fossil
  • Age: Bajocian, Jurassic Period (~170.3 – 168.3 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Calvados, France
  • Geological Formation: Jurassic marine deposits

Product Details:

  • Condition: 100% Genuine Fossil
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Included: Certificate of Authenticity
  • Polished Feature: Exposed internal chambers
  • Sizing: Scale rule squares/cube = 1 cm (please refer to photos for full dimensions)

The provided photo displays the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency. This cut and polished nautilus fossil is a perfect addition to any paleontological collection, a striking display piece, or an educational resource.

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

France

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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