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Cut & Polished Permian Ammonite Metalegoceras Fossil from East Timor, Indonesia | Lower Permian
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Cut & Polished Permian Ammonite Metalegoceras Fossil from East Timor, Indonesia | Lower Permian

Original price was: £48.00.Current price is: £40.80.

Offered here is a genuine cut and polished ammonite fossil from the extinct genus Metalegoceras, dating to the Lower Permian period (~290 to 270 million years ago). This rare and beautifully preserved specimen originates from East Timor, Indonesia, a region known for yielding some of the most scientifically significant and visually striking marine fossils from the Permian.

Unlike Jurassic or Cretaceous ammonites, Metalegoceras belongs to a more ancient lineage of cephalopods that thrived long before the mass extinction that marked the end of the Permian. These ammonoids exhibit highly complex suture patterns and evolved forms well adapted to their warm, shallow marine environments.

This particular specimen has been expertly cut and polished, revealing the intricate internal chamber structures that once housed gas-filled compartments used for buoyancy. The result is a stunning fossil that highlights both the scientific importance and aesthetic beauty of ammonoid preservation.

The image includes a 1cm scale cube for accurate size reference. You will receive the exact fossil shown, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Key Details:

  • Species: Metalegoceras sp.
  • Fossil Type: Cut and polished ammonite
  • Geological Period: Lower Permian (~290–270 million years ago)
  • Location Found: East Timor, Indonesia
  • Preservation: Cut and polished to expose internal chamber structures
  • Size: See photo with 1cm scale cube for full dimensions
  • Authenticity: 100% Genuine – Certificate of Authenticity included
  • Photo: The exact specimen photographed is the one you will receive

Scientific & Collector Significance: Metalegoceras is a classic representative of Permian ammonoids, which are rarer and geologically older than most commonly collected ammonites. Its presence in the fossil record helps scientists reconstruct marine environments of the Paleozoic era. The cut and polished preparation makes it an exceptional piece for fossil collectors, educators, and those interested in natural history art.

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Add a unique and ancient treasure to your collection with this cut and polished Metalegoceras ammonite fossil from the Permian seas of East Timor.

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Description

Cut and Polished Permian Ammonite Fossil

This genuine fossil specimen is identified as Metalegoceras, a Permian ammonite from East Timor, Indonesia. It has been cut and polished to present the fossil in a display-ready form, making it an appealing choice for fossil collectors, geology enthusiasts, natural history displays and educational collections. The supplied identification places this specimen within the Lower Permian, an important interval in Earth’s geological history.

Fossil Identification

Metalegoceras is an ammonite, part of an extinct group of marine cephalopod molluscs. Ammonites lived in ancient seas and are recognised for their coiled shells, chambered construction and complex internal structure. Their fossilised shells are highly valued by collectors because they combine scientific interest with distinctive natural form and visual appeal.

The Permian Period

The Lower Permian represents the earlier part of the Permian Period. During this broad interval, marine environments supported a diverse range of shelled organisms, including ammonites. Fossils from the Permian provide important evidence of ancient marine ecosystems and the changing history of life on Earth. A Metalegoceras fossil offers a tangible connection to this deep geological past and can be used to support learning about palaeontology, fossilisation and the history of marine life.

Cut and Polished Presentation

Cutting and polishing a fossil exposes and enhances the internal surface of the material, allowing the structure of the fossil to be appreciated as part of its presentation. The polished finish makes this specimen suitable for display in a collection cabinet, study area, office, classroom or natural history-themed interior. It can also serve as an engaging conversation piece for anyone interested in ammonites, Permian fossils, palaeontology or geology.

Locality and Collector Appeal

The stated locality is East Timor, Indonesia. Fossils associated with this region are of interest to collectors because they represent the geological history of a distinctive part of Southeast Asia. Combined with its Metalegoceras identification, Permian age designation and cut-and-polished format, this specimen offers both educational relevance and decorative appeal.

Certificate 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.

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the images carefully to appreciate the specimen’s presentation, polished surface and overall appearance before purchase.

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