Fossil Ammonite Mixed Species Black Ven Marls Jurassic Coast Lyme Regis Dorset

Description

Fossil Ammonite Bed from Lyme Regis

This fossil ammonite bed contains mixed species material from the Black Ven Marls of the Lower Lias, within the Jurassic Coast at Black Ven, Lyme Regis, Dorset, UK. It offers collectors an authentic piece of the internationally recognised Jurassic fossil region and a direct connection to the marine rocks of the Lower Jurassic.

Geological Setting

The Black Ven area near Lyme Regis is well known for its fossil-bearing Lower Lias rocks. These sediments formed during the Jurassic Period, when much of the region was covered by a marine environment. The resulting strata preserve the remains of marine organisms, including ammonites and other fossils associated with the ancient Jurassic seas.

Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods related to modern squid, cuttlefish and nautiluses. Their coiled shells are among the most recognisable fossils in the geological record, and ammonite-bearing beds are valued for both their scientific importance and their visual appeal. Because this is identified as a mixed-species ammonite bed, it represents an assemblage rather than a single named ammonite species.

Collector Interest

The specimen is suited to fossil collectors, Jurassic Coast enthusiasts, geology students, educational displays and anyone interested in the natural history of Lyme Regis. Its stated origin from the Black Ven Marls gives it a specific geological context, while the mixed-species description makes it an interesting example of fossil material from a productive Lower Jurassic locality.

This is a genuine geological specimen rather than a modern reproduction. The combination of the ammonite identification, Black Ven locality and Lower Lias geological setting makes it a meaningful addition to a fossil collection focused on British geology, Jurassic marine life or Dorset natural history.

Specimen Preparation and Collection

Your specimen was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison and has been cleaned, prepped and treated by Alison.

The preparation work allows the fossil material to be presented for closer observation and collection. As with natural fossils, the specimen reflects the character of the original rock and fossil-bearing material from which it was prepared. It is suitable for careful handling, study and display, with attention given to preserving its geological character.

Certificate of Authenticity

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

The included certificate wording provides documentation accompanying the specimen and supports its presentation as a genuine fossil purchase. The supplied product reference is SKU CF3818, useful for collection records, display documentation and future reference.

The fossil is associated with Black Ven Marls, Lower Lias, Jurassic Coast: Black Ven, Lyme Regis, Dorset, UK. This locality information is an important part of the specimen’s identity and places it within one of Britain’s best-known Jurassic fossil regions.