Forbesiceras obtectum Ammonite Fossil Cenomanian Devon UK Genuine COA Rare Cretaceous Collector Specimen Certificate

Description

Genuine Forbesiceras obtectum Ammonite Fossil from Devon, UK

This listing is for a genuine Forbesiceras obtectum ammonite fossil from the Upper Cretaceous, Lower Cenomanian deposits of Shapwick Grange, Devon, UK. This carefully chosen fossil specimen has been selected for its natural prehistoric interest, British geological locality, named species identification, and attractive display appeal. The photograph shows the actual fossil you will receive, allowing you to view the individual shape, preservation, colour, texture, and natural character of the specimen before purchase.

This fossil includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card, confirming that it is a genuine fossil specimen and not a modern replica. Full sizing information can be seen in the listing photograph.

Fossil Type and Species

Forbesiceras obtectum is an ammonite, an extinct marine cephalopod that lived during the early part of the Late Cretaceous Period. Ammonites were related to modern squid, cuttlefish, octopus, and nautilus, and are among the most recognisable fossils found in marine sedimentary rocks. Their coiled shells, chambered internal structure, and rapid evolutionary changes make them highly valued by fossil collectors, educators, and geologists.

Forbesiceras is associated with the ammonoid order Ammonitida and is generally placed within the family Forbesiceratidae. As a named species, Forbesiceras obtectum offers stronger scientific and collector appeal than a general unidentified ammonite fossil. This makes it an excellent specimen for anyone interested in British ammonites, Cretaceous cephalopods, marine fossils, and authentic natural history pieces.

Geological Age and Lower Cenomanian Setting

This fossil dates from the Lower Cenomanian stage of the Upper Cretaceous, making it approximately 96 to 100 million years old. The Cenomanian was a time of warm global climates, high sea levels, and widespread shallow marine environments. During this interval, large areas of Europe were influenced by ancient seas, creating ideal habitats for ammonites and many other forms of prehistoric marine life.

The locality of Shapwick Grange in Devon gives this specimen strong UK fossil appeal. Devon is well known for its varied geology, and Cretaceous marine fossils from the region provide a direct connection to a time when southern Britain was shaped by coastal and offshore marine environments. Sediments deposited in these ancient seas preserved ammonites, bivalves, gastropods, echinoids, fish, sharks, and other marine organisms.

Morphology and Natural Features

Ammonites such as Forbesiceras obtectum had planispiral shells, meaning the shell coiled in a flat spiral. The shell was divided internally into chambers, with the living animal occupying the final outer body chamber. Earlier chambers helped regulate buoyancy, allowing the ammonite to move through the water column while feeding, avoiding predators, and navigating the ancient sea.

Depending on preservation, Forbesiceras fossils may show whorl shape, shell curvature, growth lines, suture detail, chamber structure, natural surface texture, or subtle ornamentation. These features are highly desirable to fossil collectors because they record the growth and shell architecture of an individual animal that lived nearly 100 million years ago. The natural coiled form also gives ammonites strong display value, making them popular as both scientific specimens and decorative natural history pieces.

Collector Appeal and Display Value

This Forbesiceras obtectum ammonite fossil from Shapwick Grange, Devon is ideal for collectors interested in British fossils, UK ammonites, Cretaceous fossils, Lower Cenomanian specimens, marine cephalopods, named fossil species, natural history, and genuine fossils with certificates. Its British origin makes it especially appealing to collectors building a collection of classic UK fossils or educational specimens from important geological periods.

The fossil would make an excellent addition to a fossil cabinet, geology teaching collection, classroom display, natural history exhibit, or decorative curiosity collection. It is also a thoughtful gift for fossil enthusiasts, students, teachers, and anyone interested in ancient oceans, extinct marine animals, British geology, and Earth history.

Authenticity and Specimen Information

You will receive the actual Forbesiceras obtectum ammonite fossil shown in the photograph, not a stock image or random example. Please see the photo for full sizing and visual condition.

This genuine fossil is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card, making it a reliable and collectable specimen for anyone seeking a real Upper Cretaceous Lower Cenomanian ammonite from Devon, UK with strong natural history interest, educational value, and attractive display potential.