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Fossil Fish Scale | Cretaceous Durlston Formation Swanage Dorset UK | Genuine Specimen + COA
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Fossil Fish Scale | Cretaceous Durlston Formation Swanage Dorset UK | Genuine Specimen + COA

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Fossil Fish Scale

Formation: Durlston Formation

Age: Cretaceous Period (Approx. 145–100 million years ago)

Location: Swanage, Dorset, UK

This listing features a beautifully preserved fossil fish scale, a unique and scientifically valuable specimen that showcases the intricate details of ancient marine life. Discovered on December 1, 2024, by our expert team members Alister and Alison, this fossil was excavated from the Durlston Formation in Swanage, a renowned fossil locality. Meticulously cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, this scale is a fascinating piece of prehistoric history.

Species Information:

Fish scales like this one are vital to understanding the biology and evolution of ancient fish species. Fossil scales often retain the texture, patterning, and growth rings of the original structure, providing insights into the lifestyle and habitat of the fish. These features also reveal the evolutionary adaptations that allowed these creatures to thrive in their environment.

The Durlston Formation, part of the Purbeck Group, is known for yielding diverse and well-preserved fossils from the Cretaceous period. Fossil fish scales from this region are highly prized for their scientific importance and aesthetic appeal.

Product Details:

  • Authenticity Guaranteed: 100% genuine fossil with a Certificate of Authenticity included.
  • Exact Specimen: The fossil in the photos is the exact piece you will receive.
  • Size: Refer to the scale cube (1 cm) and photos for precise dimensions.
  • Discovery and Preparation: Found on December 1, 2024, by Alister and Alison, and expertly prepared by Alison to ensure exceptional quality.
  • Formation and Location: Sourced from the Durlston Formation in Swanage, Dorset, UK.

This fossil fish scale is ideal for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts of paleontology. Its intricate details, historical significance, and connection to Earth’s Cretaceous past make it an excellent specimen for display, study, or teaching purposes.

Shipping & Handling:

Your fossil will be securely packaged to ensure safe and reliable delivery. International shipping with tracking is available for a smooth purchasing experience.

Don’t miss the chance to own this genuine and scientifically fascinating fossil fish scale. Add this extraordinary piece of Cretaceous history to your collection today!

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Fossil Fish Scale

Formation: Durlston Formation

Age: Cretaceous Period (Approx. 145–100 million years ago)

Location: Swanage, Dorset, UK

This listing features a beautifully preserved fossil fish scale, a unique and scientifically valuable specimen that showcases the intricate details of ancient marine life. Discovered on December 1, 2024, by our expert team members Alister and Alison, this fossil was excavated from the Durlston Formation in Swanage, a renowned fossil locality. Meticulously cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, this scale is a fascinating piece of prehistoric history.

Species Information:

Fish scales like this one are vital to understanding the biology and evolution of ancient fish species. Fossil scales often retain the texture, patterning, and growth rings of the original structure, providing insights into the lifestyle and habitat of the fish. These features also reveal the evolutionary adaptations that allowed these creatures to thrive in their environment.

The Durlston Formation, part of the Purbeck Group, is known for yielding diverse and well-preserved fossils from the Cretaceous period. Fossil fish scales from this region are highly prized for their scientific importance and aesthetic appeal.

Product Details:

  • Authenticity Guaranteed: 100% genuine fossil with a Certificate of Authenticity included.
  • Exact Specimen: The fossil in the photos is the exact piece you will receive.
  • Size: Refer to the scale cube (1 cm) and photos for precise dimensions.
  • Discovery and Preparation: Found on December 1, 2024, by Alister and Alison, and expertly prepared by Alison to ensure exceptional quality.
  • Formation and Location: Sourced from the Durlston Formation in Swanage, Dorset, UK.

This fossil fish scale is ideal for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts of paleontology. Its intricate details, historical significance, and connection to Earth’s Cretaceous past make it an excellent specimen for display, study, or teaching purposes.

Shipping & Handling:

Your fossil will be securely packaged to ensure safe and reliable delivery. International shipping with tracking is available for a smooth purchasing experience.

Don’t miss the chance to own this genuine and scientifically fascinating fossil fish scale. Add this extraordinary piece of Cretaceous history to your collection today!

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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