Description
Now available is a rare and scientifically significant Eparietites denotatus ammonite fossil, collected from Conesby Quarry, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England, and dating to the Lower Jurassic (Lower Lias)—specifically the Denotatus Subzone of the Obtusum Zone, approximately 195 to 190 million years ago.
This specimen was recovered from the Frodingham Ironstone Formation, a classic British fossil-bearing unit renowned for its well-preserved marine fauna. The fossil originates from the respected Alice Purnell Collection, known for its exceptional and carefully curated specimens. The ammonite shown in the photos is the exact one you will receive, hand-selected for its preservation, detail, and rarity.
Geological & Species Details:
- Species: Eparietites denotatus
- Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
- Age: Lower Jurassic (Obtusum Zone, Denotatus Subzone)
- Formation: Frodingham Ironstone Formation
- Location: Conesby Quarry, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England
Key Features:
- 100% Genuine Fossil – Accompanied by our Certificate of Authenticity.
- Rare and Important Biostratigraphic Marker Species
- Fine Shell Detail and Preservation – Distinctive features clearly visible.
- From the Alice Purnell Collection – A trusted name in fossil provenance.
- Ideal for Scientific Study, Educational Display, or Serious Collectors
- Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm – Please refer to listing photo for full sizing.
Eparietites denotatus is an important ammonite species frequently used in stratigraphic correlation of early Jurassic sequences. Specimens of this quality and provenance are uncommon and provide a valuable snapshot of marine life during this interval.
Add this rare Eparietites denotatus ammonite fossil to your collection and own a true piece of Britain’s Lower Jurassic heritage!
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