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Cut & Polished Dactylioceras commune Ammonite Fossil Nodule Toarcian Jurassic UK - Lower Toarcian Whitby UK
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Cut & Polished Dactylioceras commune Ammonite Fossil Nodule Toarcian Jurassic UK – Lower Toarcian Whitby UK

Original price was: £36.00.Current price is: £28.80.

Presenting a stunning Cut and Polished Yorkshire Ammonite Fossil, carefully selected for its remarkable preservation and aesthetic appeal. This specimen is a Dactylioceras commune nodule from the Lower Toarcian Stage of the Early Jurassic period, approximately 182 million years old. It was discovered near Whitby, North Yorkshire, UK — one of the most famous fossil sites in the world.

This particular piece has been expertly cut and polished to highlight the intricate internal chamber structure of the ammonite, showcasing the natural beauty formed over millions of years in marine sediment. The visible suture lines and tight coiling of the shell are classic features of the species.

Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)

Species: Dactylioceras commune

Geological Age: Lower Jurassic, Toarcian Stage

Stratigraphic Zone (if applicable): Commune Subzone of the Harpoceras falciferum Zone (probable)

Superfamily: Dactylioceratoidea

Family: Dactylioceratidae

Order: Ammonitida

Morphological Features:

  • Strongly ribbed shell with radial ribs extending across the entire whorl
  • Tight involute coiling with minimal umbilicus
  • Growth lines and septal suture patterns are prominent in the polished surface

Depositional Environment: This fossil formed in a deep marine environment, within organic-rich shales typical of the Toarcian Oceanic Anoxic Event. The fine-grained sediments and low oxygen conditions helped preserve these fossils in exceptional detail.

Notable:

  • Authentic specimen from Whitby, UK
  • Polished surface for decorative and educational display
  • Displays internal chamber details and external ribbing
  • Ideal for fossil collectors, interior decor, or as a scientific gift

Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine natural specimens and are supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity. The photo shown is of the actual item you will receive. Please refer to the image for accurate sizing – each cube in the scale is 1cm.

 

Add a genuine piece of ancient marine life to your collection with this beautifully prepared Dactylioceras commune ammonite fossil. A true snapshot of Jurassic seas from the heart of Yorkshire’s fossil coast.

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Description

Cut and Polished Ammonite Fossil

This listing features a cut and polished Dactylioceras commune ammonite fossil nodule associated with the Lower Toarcian of the Jurassic and Whitby, UK. The specimen is presented as a prepared fossil, making it suitable for collectors, fossil enthusiasts, geology students and anyone interested in Jurassic palaeontology. Its polished finish gives the piece a display-ready appearance while retaining the character of the original fossil-bearing nodule.

Identification and Geological Context

Dactylioceras commune is a named ammonite identification from the Lower Toarcian, a subdivision of the Jurassic geological period. Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods related to modern nautiluses, and their coiled shells are among the most recognisable fossils found in Jurassic rocks. Because ammonites are important in geological study and are commonly used to understand Jurassic marine environments and relative geological age, identified examples are popular with both private collectors and educational collections.

The Lower Toarcian is part of the Early Jurassic. A fossil identified with this interval provides a connection to marine life from a significant stage in Earth’s geological history. This specimen is specifically described as Dactylioceras commune and as a Lower Toarcian Jurassic fossil. No additional taxonomic or formation details are applied beyond the supplied identification.

Cut, Polished and Display Presentation

The nodule has been cut and polished, creating a prepared presentation intended for viewing and display. A polished fossil can be used as a focal piece in a cabinet, study, classroom collection or geology-themed interior. The nodule format also makes the specimen a distinctive addition to a collection of ammonites, Jurassic fossils or Whitby-associated fossil material.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive. Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the images carefully for the complete view of the fossil, its prepared surface and its overall presentation before purchasing.

Collector and Educational Interest

This Dactylioceras commune fossil offers an accessible way to explore ammonite identification, Jurassic geology and the fossil record of marine organisms. It can complement a collection organised by geological period, fossil group, regional association or preparation style. The combination of a named ammonite identification, Lower Toarcian age designation and cut-and-polished nodule format makes it appropriate for display alongside other Jurassic specimens.

The fossil may also be useful as a conversation piece when discussing extinct cephalopods, geological time and the importance of identified fossils in palaeontology. Its compact nodule form and polished finish are suited to collectors who prefer prepared specimens that can be displayed without additional mounting.

Certificate of Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

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