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Fossil crocodile scute | cretaceous era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity
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Fossil crocodile scute | cretaceous era | genuine specimen | cert. of authenticity

Original price was: £36.00.Current price is: £28.80.

For sale is an exceptionally well-preserved fossil crocodile scute from the Durlston Formation, dating back to the Cretaceous period. This fossil was discovered at Swanage, Dorset, UK, on 20 September 2024 by our team member Alister and has been meticulously cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison to ensure its excellent condition.

Scutes are the bony, armor-like plates that formed part of the protective outer layer of ancient crocodiles. These durable scutes provide fascinating insight into the defense mechanisms of these prehistoric reptiles, which thrived during the Cretaceous period, around 145 million years ago. This fossil represents a key element of the anatomy of one of Earth’s most fearsome predators of that time.

  • Location: Swanage, Dorset, UK
  • Geological Period: Cretaceous, approximately 145 million years old
  • Formation: Durlston Formation
  • Condition: Discovered by Alister and professionally cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison on 20 September 2024
  • Size: Please refer to the photos for full sizing information (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing that this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive, selected for its remarkable preservation and historical importance. Whether you’re a fossil collector or intrigued by the ancient predators of the Cretaceous period, this crocodile scute is a rare and valuable piece to add to your collection.

Own a remarkable piece of Cretaceous history with this fossil crocodile scute!

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For sale is an exceptionally well-preserved fossil crocodile scute from the Durlston Formation, dating back to the Cretaceous period. This fossil was discovered at Swanage, Dorset, UK, on 20 September 2024 by our team member Alister and has been meticulously cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison to ensure its excellent condition.

Scutes are the bony, armor-like plates that formed part of the protective outer layer of ancient crocodiles. These durable scutes provide fascinating insight into the defense mechanisms of these prehistoric reptiles, which thrived during the Cretaceous period, around 145 million years ago. This fossil represents a key element of the anatomy of one of Earth’s most fearsome predators of that time.

  • Location: Swanage, Dorset, UK
  • Geological Period: Cretaceous, approximately 145 million years old
  • Formation: Durlston Formation
  • Condition: Discovered by Alister and professionally cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison on 20 September 2024
  • Size: Please refer to the photos for full sizing information (scale cube = 1cm)
  • Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing that this is a 100% genuine fossil specimen.

The fossil shown in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive, selected for its remarkable preservation and historical importance. Whether you’re a fossil collector or intrigued by the ancient predators of the Cretaceous period, this crocodile scute is a rare and valuable piece to add to your collection.

Own a remarkable piece of Cretaceous history with this fossil crocodile scute!

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous
Origin

United Kingdom

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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