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Echinoid Dendraster Fossil Miocene Indonesia Sand Dollar Fossil Specimen Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity
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Echinoid Dendraster Fossil Miocene Indonesia Sand Dollar Fossil Specimen Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

Original price was: £14.40.Current price is: £10.08.

Dendraster Echinoid Fossil – Miocene Epoch – Indonesia

Enhance your fossil collection with this exquisite Dendraster Echinoid Fossil, originating from the Miocene deposits of Indonesia. Dating back approximately 23-5 million years, this fossil offers a fascinating window into the rich and diverse marine ecosystems of the Miocene epoch.

Dendraster is a genus of echinoid, commonly known as “sand dollars” due to their distinct, flattened, disc-like shape. These marine animals were part of a vibrant underwater world, and their fossils are highly prized by collectors for their intricate star-shaped patterns and historical significance. The fossil you receive will display these characteristic patterns, preserved in remarkable detail, making it a unique and beautiful specimen.

This fossil is 100% genuine, carefully selected for its quality and natural beauty. The photo provided in this listing shows the actual specimen you will receive. For precise sizing, please refer to the scale cube in the image, which is 1cm.

Product Features:

  • Species: Dendraster (Echinoid)
  • Age: Miocene epoch (Approx. 23-5 million years old)
  • Origin: Indonesia
  • Genuine Fossil: 100% natural and authentic specimen, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity for your assurance.
  • Size: Please see the photo for full sizing, with a 1cm scale cube included for reference.

About Dendraster Echinoids: Dendraster is a genus of echinoids that lived during the Miocene epoch, closely related to modern-day sand dollars and sea urchins. These fossils are highly valued for their symmetrical, star-shaped patterns and flat, disc-like appearance. The Dendraster fossils from Indonesia are particularly noted for their exceptional preservation and detailed structures, making them a coveted addition to any fossil collection.

Certificate of Authenticity Included

This Dendraster Echinoid Fossil comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring that your fossil is a genuine, naturally formed specimen. Each piece has been thoroughly vetted by experts, providing you with confidence in the authenticity and provenance of your purchase.

Perfect for Display or Collection

This Dendraster Echinoid Fossil is ideal for display in any home, office, or educational setting. Its intricate patterns, historical significance, and natural beauty make it an excellent addition to any fossil collection, as well as a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in paleontology or ancient marine life.

Why Purchase from Us? We take great pride in offering only the highest quality fossils, each carefully selected and photographed to ensure you receive the exact specimen shown. All our fossils are accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, giving you peace of mind in your purchase. Our commitment to quality and authenticity ensures that you are acquiring a true and valuable piece of Earth’s history.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this rare and beautifully preserved Dendraster Echinoid Fossil from the Miocene epoch!

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Description

Miocene Echinoid (Dendraster) Fossil

This fossil specimen is identified as an Echinoid (Dendraster) from the Miocene and is associated with Indonesia. Dendraster is a sand dollar genus within the echinoids, a group of marine animals known for their distinctive tests, or rigid internal shells. Its combination of fossil identification, geological age and Indonesian association makes it an appealing addition to a fossil collection, natural history display or educational cabinet.

Fossil Identification and Geological Interest

Echinoids are marine members of the phylum Echinodermata. They include sea urchins and sand dollars, with fossilized tests providing valuable evidence of ancient marine life. Dendraster is commonly associated with flattened sand dollar forms. In general, sand dollar fossils may display a compact disc-like test and petal-shaped ambulacral areas, although the visible features of each specimen depend on preservation and preparation.

The Miocene was a major geological epoch within the Cenozoic Era, representing a time when marine environments supported diverse echinoid communities. Fossils from this interval are of interest because they document ancient ecosystems and the distribution of marine organisms through geological time. A Miocene echinoid can therefore provide both visual appeal and a tangible connection to palaeontology, stratigraphy and the history of life.

Collector and Display Appeal

This Dendraster echinoid fossil is suited to collectors who appreciate fossil invertebrates, echinoderms, sand dollars and geological specimens. It can be displayed in a mineral cabinet, used as a teaching aid for introducing fossil identification, or included in a wider collection of Cenozoic and marine fossils. The natural fossil character and genus-level identification make it especially relevant for collections focused on echinoids or the fossil record of marine organisms.

The Indonesian association adds geographical interest to the specimen, while the Miocene identification provides an important geological context. Dendraster specimens can also be useful for comparing echinoid body plans with other fossil and modern echinoderms, helping illustrate how flattened marine forms are represented in the palaeontological record.

Photograph and Sizing Information

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Full sizing is shown in the photographs.

Authenticity and Certificate

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

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