Euhoplites trapezoidalis Fossil Ammonite Cretaceous Folkestone UK | Gault Clay Middle Albian Genuine Specimen with Certificate

Description

This listing features an authentic and visually striking Euhoplites trapezoidalis ammonite fossil from the Gault Clay Formation, exposed along the iconic coastal site of Folkestone, Kent, United Kingdom. Dating to the Middle Albian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, this species represents an extinct marine cephalopod that once inhabited the subtropical seas of Europe over 105 million years ago.

The fossil in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive. It has been carefully selected for its completeness, surface detail, and stratigraphic importance, making it a superb addition for collectors, educators, or enthusiasts of palaeontology.

Geological & Palaeontological Details:

• Species: Euhoplites trapezoidalis
• Fossil Type: Ammonite
• Family: Hoplitidae
• Superfamily: Hoplitoidea
• Order: Ammonitida
• Geological Period: Cretaceous
• Stage: Middle Albian (approx. 107–104 million years ago)
• Formation: Gault Clay
• Location: Folkestone, Kent, UK
• Biozone: Commonly associated with the Euhoplites lautus and Euhoplites loricatus zones within the Middle Albian
• Depositional Environment: Open marine clay-rich environment with low-energy, low-oxygen conditions ideal for preserving delicate shelled organisms. The Gault Clay represents a classic condensed marine sequence rich in invertebrate fauna.

Morphology & Features:

• Euhoplites trapezoidalis is recognised by its distinctively compressed shell, broad trapezoidal whorl section, and prominent sinuous ribbing that may curve forward toward the outer margin
• The ribs often culminate in fine tubercles or ventrolateral nodes
• Ornamentation and suture patterns are frequently preserved in Gault Clay specimens
• These features make the species diagnostically important in Albian biostratigraphy and ammonite taxonomy

Notability: Described and classified by Spath (1923), Euhoplites trapezoidalis is a key index species for the Middle Albian, contributing significantly to the biostratigraphic framework of the Gault Clay. Fossils from Folkestone are world-renowned for their preservation and accessibility, making them a staple for research and private collections alike.

Additional Details:

• All our fossils are 100% genuine specimens
• Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
• The photo shows the actual fossil for sale
• Scale cube = 1cm – see photos for complete sizing

This is a prime example of a classic British ammonite from the rich marine clays of the Cretaceous. A perfect piece of natural history for display or study, capturing the essence of England’s palaeontological heritage.