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Fossil brittle star – sinosura kelheimense – jurassic, uppermost kimmeridgian-tithonian – mornsheim formation, bavaria, germany
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Fossil brittle star – sinosura kelheimense – jurassic, uppermost kimmeridgian-tithonian – mornsheim formation, bavaria, germany

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Authentic Fossil Brittle Star – Sinosura kelheimense – Jurassic, Uppermost Kimmeridgian-Tithonian – Mornsheim Formation, Bavaria, Germany

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Fossil Brittle Star (Sinosura kelheimense) originates from the Uppermost Kimmeridgian-Tithonian stage of the Late Jurassic period (~152-145 million years ago). Found in the famous Mornsheim Formation, Bavaria, Germany, this specimen represents a fascinating piece of prehistoric marine life.

Sinosura kelheimense is a species of brittle star belonging to the Ophiuroidea class, closely related to modern starfish. These ancient echinoderms thrived in the Jurassic seas, where they lived on soft seabeds or attached to reef structures, filtering particles from the water. Their delicate skeletal structures are rarely preserved in such remarkable detail, making this a highly sought-after specimen.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Uppermost Kimmeridgian-Tithonian, Late Jurassic (~152-145 million years ago)
  • Formation: Mornsheim Formation
  • Location: Heinheim, northwest of Neustadt, Donau, Bavaria, Germany
  • Preservation: Exceptional fossilization with fine skeletal detail

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts

✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

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Authentic Fossil Brittle Star – Sinosura kelheimense – Jurassic, Uppermost Kimmeridgian-Tithonian – Mornsheim Formation, Bavaria, Germany

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Fossil Brittle Star (Sinosura kelheimense) originates from the Uppermost Kimmeridgian-Tithonian stage of the Late Jurassic period (~152-145 million years ago). Found in the famous Mornsheim Formation, Bavaria, Germany, this specimen represents a fascinating piece of prehistoric marine life.

Sinosura kelheimense is a species of brittle star belonging to the Ophiuroidea class, closely related to modern starfish. These ancient echinoderms thrived in the Jurassic seas, where they lived on soft seabeds or attached to reef structures, filtering particles from the water. Their delicate skeletal structures are rarely preserved in such remarkable detail, making this a highly sought-after specimen.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Uppermost Kimmeridgian-Tithonian, Late Jurassic (~152-145 million years ago)
  • Formation: Mornsheim Formation
  • Location: Heinheim, northwest of Neustadt, Donau, Bavaria, Germany
  • Preservation: Exceptional fossilization with fine skeletal detail

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts

✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

Germany

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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