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Eparietites denotatus Fossil Ammonite Frodingham Ironstone Formation England: Lower Jurassic Alice Purnell Collection
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Eparietites denotatus Fossil Ammonite Frodingham Ironstone Formation England: Lower Jurassic Alice Purnell Collection

Original price was: £120.00.Current price is: £96.00.

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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Description

Eparietites denotatus Fossil Ammonite

This listed specimen is identified as Eparietites denotatus, a fossil ammonite from the Frodingham Ironstone Formation at Conesby Quarry, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England. It is attributed to the Denotatus Subzone of the Obtusum Zone within the Lower Lias, Lower Jurassic. The specimen is from the Alice Purnell Collection and offers a direct connection to the fossil-bearing geology of North Lincolnshire.

Geological Identification

The Frodingham Ironstone Formation is part of the Lower Jurassic succession recorded in the Scunthorpe area. Its designation places this ammonite within a specific geological formation, while the Denotatus Subzone and Obtusum Zone provide additional stratigraphic context for its identification. The Lower Lias is an important interval of Jurassic geology and is widely recognised for its marine fossil record. Ammonites are fossil cephalopods whose distinctive names and stratigraphic associations are valuable to collectors, students and enthusiasts of palaeontology.

Collection and Locality

Collected at Conesby Quarry, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England, this Eparietites denotatus specimen represents a documented fossil locality and geological setting. Its association with the Alice Purnell Collection adds collection history to an already specialised palaeontological subject. The named formation, subzone, zone and Lower Jurassic age make it suitable for a focused fossil display, educational collection or geology-themed interior.

Display and Collector Interest

This fossil ammonite is a compelling choice for collectors who appreciate formally identified specimens with clearly stated stratigraphic information. The combination of Eparietites denotatus identification, Frodingham Ironstone Formation context and Lower Jurassic placement makes it suitable for display alongside ammonites, Jurassic fossils, British fossils and other specimens from the Lower Lias. It may also appeal to geology students, palaeontology enthusiasts and collectors building a locality-based or stratigraphically organised collection.

Sizing Information

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive. Please use the photographs to assess the specimen’s visible form, presentation and scale before purchase.

Certificate of Authenticity

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

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