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Metalegoceras Fossil Cut & Polished Permian Ammonite Lower Permian East Timor
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Metalegoceras Fossil Cut & Polished Permian Ammonite Lower Permian East Timor

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 Metalegoceras Fossil

This distinctive fossil specimen is identified as a Metalegoceras fossil and is presented as a cut and polished Permian ammonite. Its additional identification is Lower Permian, placing it within an important interval of early Permian geological history. The specimen locality is East Timor, Indonesia, making it an appealing addition for collectors interested in Southeast Asian fossil material, Permian palaeontology and ammonite specimens.

Fossil Identification

Metalegoceras is an ammonite identification associated with the diverse extinct cephalopods that lived in ancient marine environments. Ammonites are commonly recognised for their coiled shells and are valued in palaeontological collections because they provide a tangible connection to life in prehistoric seas. This specimen is specifically identified as Metalegoceras, rather than being offered only as a general ammonite, making the name useful for collectors, educators and display enthusiasts.

The Lower Permian age places the fossil within the early part of the Permian Period. The Permian was a major chapter in Earth’s history, following the Carboniferous and preceding the Triassic. Fossils from this interval are of interest for documenting ancient marine ecosystems and the changing distribution of life through geological time. These broader geological associations provide context for appreciating the specimen while keeping the supplied identification central.

Cut and Polished Finish

The specimen has been cut and polished to enhance its presentation as a collectible fossil. A polished fossil is well suited to display in a home collection, study, office, classroom or geological cabinet, where the piece can be viewed as both a natural-history specimen and a decorative object. Its prepared finish makes it suitable for collectors who enjoy visible fossil detail and for anyone looking for an unusual Permian ammonite display piece.

Locality and Collector Interest

The stated locality is East Timor, Indonesia. This regional association adds interest for collectors building collections around fossils from particular parts of the world, as well as for those focusing on Permian material, ammonites or named fossil taxa. Metalegoceras identification, Lower Permian age and the cut-and-polished presentation give this specimen several useful points of interest for cataloguing and display.

Authenticity and Photography

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.

Sizing Information

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the listing photographs carefully for the complete visual presentation and scale of this individual specimen before purchasing.

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