Description
Echioceras Golden Ammonite Fossil
This listed specimen is identified as an Echioceras golden ammonite fossil, a distinctive Jurassic fossil associated with the Lower Lias of the Jurassic Coast in Dorset, UK. Its combination of a named ammonite identification, classic Jurassic Coast setting and documented geological context makes it an appealing piece for fossil collectors, geology enthusiasts, educational collections and natural-history displays.
Recorded Locality and Geology
Black Ven Marls, Lower Lias, Jurassic Coast: Stonebarrow Cliff, Charmouth, LYME REGIS, Dorset, UK
The Black Ven Marls and Lower Lias are well-known geological references within the Jurassic Coast, a celebrated fossil-bearing coastline in southern England. The locality around Stonebarrow Cliff and Charmouth is recognised for its important Jurassic exposures and its long-standing interest to collectors and students of palaeontology. This recorded information provides the geological and locality context supplied for the specimen.
About Echioceras Ammonites
Echioceras is an ammonite genus. Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods with coiled shells, and their fossils are widely valued for their importance in studying ancient marine environments and Jurassic geological history. Ammonite fossils are also of interest because their forms and distribution have helped palaeontologists compare and interpret rocks from different locations.
The Echioceras identification gives this fossil a more specific collecting interest than an unclassified ammonite. It connects the specimen with a recognised fossil genus and with the Lower Lias geological record of the Dorset coast. The supplied product name describes this specimen as golden, providing a distinctive descriptive feature for cataloguing and presentation.
Collector and Display Interest
This fossil is suited to a personal fossil collection, a geology cabinet, classroom discussion, museum-style display or as a thoughtful gift for someone interested in ammonites and Jurassic palaeontology. Its documented association with Black Ven Marls, Stonebarrow Cliff and Charmouth adds useful information for a collection label or educational record.
The Jurassic Coast is especially significant to fossil enthusiasts because its exposed rocks preserve a rich record of geological history. A specimen linked to this setting can be appreciated both as a natural object and as a representative piece of the region’s collecting heritage. The Echioceras name, Lower Lias reference and Dorset locality make it suitable for cataloguing alongside other ammonites and Jurassic fossils.
Authenticity
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The certificate wording is included with the fossil as stated above. Please retain the certificate with the specimen as part of its collecting documentation and provenance record.
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