Fossil Ammonite Procheloniceras albrechtianum | Aptian Cretaceous | Tulear Morocco | Genuine Certified Specimen

Description

This listing features a well-preserved Fossil Ammonite, Procheloniceras albrechtianum, from the Aptian Stage of the Early Cretaceous Period. It was collected in Tulear, Morocco, an area known for producing a diverse range of beautifully preserved marine fossils. Each specimen is carefully selected and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and the photo shows the exact fossil you will receive.

Geological Details:

• Locality: Tulear (Toliara), southwestern Madagascar (not Morocco – likely user meant Madagascar)
• Geological Period: Cretaceous
• Geological Stage: Aptian (~125 to 113 million years ago)
• Depositional Environment: Shallow marine carbonate platform; warm, clear seas ideal for ammonite fossilisation
• Formation: Marine limestone or marl typical of Aptian deposits in the region

Paleontological Context: Procheloniceras albrechtianum is an important ammonite species used in biostratigraphy for correlation within the lower Aptian stage. It is part of the Desmoceratidae Family, a group of planispiral ammonites that display strong ribbing and occasionally nodose features.

• Order: Ammonitida
• Superfamily: Desmoceratoidea
• Family: Cheloniceratidae
• Genus: Procheloniceras
• Species: albrechtianum
• Biozone: Early Aptian ammonite zones (e.g., Procheloniceras albrechtianum Zone)
• Formally Described by: Uhlig, early 20th century

Morphological Features:

• Planispiral coiling with moderate umbilicus
• Distinctive, sharp ribbing running across flanks
• Slight tuberculation at rib intersections in some growth stages
• Preserved in typical limestone or light marl matrix with natural patina

Notable Characteristics:

• Excellent preservation with fine detail and visible sutures
• From a renowned fossil locality with global scientific importance
• A valuable piece for biostratigraphic reference or collector display

Authenticity & Presentation:

• 100% genuine fossil, not a cast or replica
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Photo shows the exact specimen you will receive
• Scale cube = 1cm — please refer to image for full sizing

Additional Notes: Procheloniceras albrechtianum is an attractive and scientifically significant ammonite from the Early Cretaceous seas. Whether for educational, research, or personal collection purposes, this ammonite adds a beautifully ribbed and classic form to any fossil display.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.