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Fossil echinoid (sea urchin: micraster cortestudinarium) – chalk, cretaceous, seven sisters, sussex, uk
£24.00
This listing is for a well-preserved fossil echinoid (Micraster cortestudinarium), a heart-shaped sea urchin from the Late Cretaceous chalk deposits of Seven Sisters, Sussex, UK. This specimen is an excellent addition to any fossil collection and is ideal for display, education, or research.
About Micraster cortestudinarium (Fossil Echinoid)
Micraster is a genus of extinct burrowing sea urchins that lived during the Late Cretaceous period. These echinoids are recognized for their heart-shaped form and specialized adaptations for burrowing in soft marine sediments. Micraster cortestudinarium is one of the most well-documented species, used in biostratigraphy to help date sedimentary rock layers.
Fossil Details:
- Scientific Name: Micraster cortestudinarium
- Common Name: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
- Geological Age: Late Cretaceous
- Formation/Location: Chalk, Seven Sisters, Sussex, UK
- Size: Refer to listing photos for accurate dimensions
- Condition: Well-preserved with fine details clearly visible
Why This Fossil is Special:
- A quality Micraster cortestudinarium fossil from the well-known Seven Sisters chalk deposits
- Sourced from an iconic UK fossil locality
- Ideal for fossil displays, educational use, or personal collections
- Comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive ammonite and fossil collections in the world
- 100% Genuine Specimen with a Certificate of Authenticity
What You See is What You Get
The fossil shown in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive—no stock images used.
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Description
This listing is for a well-preserved fossil echinoid (Micraster cortestudinarium), a heart-shaped sea urchin from the Late Cretaceous chalk deposits of Seven Sisters, Sussex, UK. This specimen is an excellent addition to any fossil collection and is ideal for display, education, or research.
About Micraster cortestudinarium (Fossil Echinoid)
Micraster is a genus of extinct burrowing sea urchins that lived during the Late Cretaceous period. These echinoids are recognized for their heart-shaped form and specialized adaptations for burrowing in soft marine sediments. Micraster cortestudinarium is one of the most well-documented species, used in biostratigraphy to help date sedimentary rock layers.
Fossil Details:
- Scientific Name: Micraster cortestudinarium
- Common Name: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
- Geological Age: Late Cretaceous
- Formation/Location: Chalk, Seven Sisters, Sussex, UK
- Size: Refer to listing photos for accurate dimensions
- Condition: Well-preserved with fine details clearly visible
Why This Fossil is Special:
- A quality Micraster cortestudinarium fossil from the well-known Seven Sisters chalk deposits
- Sourced from an iconic UK fossil locality
- Ideal for fossil displays, educational use, or personal collections
- Comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive ammonite and fossil collections in the world
- 100% Genuine Specimen with a Certificate of Authenticity
What You See is What You Get
The fossil shown in the photos is the exact specimen you will receive—no stock images used.
Buy with Confidence:
- Authenticity Guaranteed – Professionally sourced, identified, and verified
- Secure Packaging – Carefully packed for safe delivery
- Fast & Reliable Shipping – Worldwide shipping available
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