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Fossil Chalk Echinoid – Cretaceous – Wilmington, Devon, UK – Authentic Specimen with Certificate
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This listing features a fossil Chalk Echinoid from the Cretaceous period, found at Wilmington, Devon, United Kingdom. A beautiful and well-preserved example, this echinoid specimen is embedded in chalk matrix typical of Upper Cretaceous marine formations in the region. You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photographs. For size reference, each cube in the scale image equals 1cm.
Fossil Classification:
- Type: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
- Class: Echinoidea
- Phylum: Echinodermata
- Geological Period: Cretaceous
- Locality: Wilmington, Devon, UK
- Formation: Chalk (exact zonation undetermined)
Geological & Stratigraphic Context:
- Stage: Likely Upper Cretaceous (exact stage such as Santonian/Campanian to be confirmed by stratigraphy)
- Depositional Environment: Shallow marine chalk sea; warm, calcareous sediment-rich conditions ideal for echinoderm preservation
Morphology Features:
- Symmetrical test with visible ambulacral and interambulacral plates
- Central peristome and periproct typical of chalk echinoids
- Gently domed profile with slightly flattened underside
- Surface may show faint tuberculation where spines were once attached
Notable Facts:
- Fossil echinoids like this one are excellent indicators of palaeoenvironmental conditions.
- Chalk echinoids are widely used in educational and scientific collections for their preservation quality and anatomical clarity.
- This specimen is especially collectible due to its location and clear morphology.
Why Buy From Us?
- 100% genuine fossil, responsibly sourced
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
- You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photos
- Hand-selected for quality, scientific value, and display potential
A stunning chalk echinoid fossil from Wilmington, Devon, this specimen captures a snapshot of Cretaceous marine life in southern England. A perfect addition to any fossil collection or educational resource!
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This listing features a fossil Chalk Echinoid from the Cretaceous period, found at Wilmington, Devon, United Kingdom. A beautiful and well-preserved example, this echinoid specimen is embedded in chalk matrix typical of Upper Cretaceous marine formations in the region. You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photographs. For size reference, each cube in the scale image equals 1cm.
Fossil Classification:
- Type: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
- Class: Echinoidea
- Phylum: Echinodermata
- Geological Period: Cretaceous
- Locality: Wilmington, Devon, UK
- Formation: Chalk (exact zonation undetermined)
Geological & Stratigraphic Context:
- Stage: Likely Upper Cretaceous (exact stage such as Santonian/Campanian to be confirmed by stratigraphy)
- Depositional Environment: Shallow marine chalk sea; warm, calcareous sediment-rich conditions ideal for echinoderm preservation
Morphology Features:
- Symmetrical test with visible ambulacral and interambulacral plates
- Central peristome and periproct typical of chalk echinoids
- Gently domed profile with slightly flattened underside
- Surface may show faint tuberculation where spines were once attached
Notable Facts:
- Fossil echinoids like this one are excellent indicators of palaeoenvironmental conditions.
- Chalk echinoids are widely used in educational and scientific collections for their preservation quality and anatomical clarity.
- This specimen is especially collectible due to its location and clear morphology.
Why Buy From Us?
- 100% genuine fossil, responsibly sourced
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
- You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photos
- Hand-selected for quality, scientific value, and display potential
A stunning chalk echinoid fossil from Wilmington, Devon, this specimen captures a snapshot of Cretaceous marine life in southern England. A perfect addition to any fossil collection or educational resource!
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