Description
Product Overview
This cut and polished ammonite fossil is identified as Pleuroceras spinatum and listed as Upper Toarcian, Jurassic. The specimen is associated with Buttenheim in Germany and is from the Alice Purnell Collection. Its cut and polished presentation makes the fossil suitable for collectors who appreciate both palaeontological specimens and the visual character of prepared natural history pieces.
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Fossil Identification and Geological Context
Pleuroceras spinatum is an ammonite identification from the Jurassic Period. Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods with coiled shells, and their fossils are widely valued for the information they provide about ancient marine environments and Jurassic life. The Upper Toarcian is a geological interval within the Jurassic, placing this specimen within an important part of the Jurassic fossil record.
The identification supplied for this item is Pleuroceras spinatum. The geological designation supplied is Upper Toarcian, Jurassic, and the associated location is Buttenheim in Germany. These details make the piece relevant to collectors of ammonites, Jurassic fossils, German fossils and geological specimens. No additional identification or geological claims are made beyond the supplied product information.
Cut and Polished Presentation
The fossil has been cut and polished, allowing the prepared surface to be viewed directly. This type of preparation is often selected for display because it presents the internal and visible fossil detail in a clean, accessible format. The specimen can be considered for a fossil collection, geological display, educational setting or natural history themed interior.
Because the item is a genuine natural specimen, the visible character of the fossil is part of its individuality. The actual appearance, patterning and prepared surface should be assessed from the listing photographs, which show the specimen offered for purchase. Full sizing is shown in the photographs.
Collection and Authenticity
From the Alice Purnell Collection
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The certificate wording is supplied with the item as stated above. The collection association adds documented interest for buyers seeking a fossil with a named collection connection, while the Upper Toarcian Jurassic identification provides useful geological context for display and study.
Collector and Display Interest
This Pleuroceras spinatum ammonite is suited to fossil collectors, ammonite enthusiasts, Jurassic geology students, museum-style displays and anyone interested in the natural history of Germany. It may be displayed alongside other Jurassic fossils, ammonites or prepared geological specimens to illustrate the diversity of ancient marine life and the ways fossil material can be prepared for observation.
Please use the photographs for the complete visual reference and sizing information. The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.
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