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Fossil sponge in flint – cretaceous grey chalk subgroup, branscombe dorset uk – w/ coa

Fossil sponge in flint – cretaceous grey chalk subgroup, branscombe dorset uk – w/ coa

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Discover a rare and fascinating Fossil Sponge preserved in Flint, found within the Grey Chalk Subgroup of the Cretaceous period, from the historic coastal region of Branscombe, Dorset, UK. This specimen is 100% genuine, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison, on 20 March 2025. It has been carefully cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, ensuring both scientific value and visual appeal.

Sponges are one of the oldest multicellular life forms on Earth, and fossil examples provide invaluable insight into early marine ecosystems. This particular fossil dates back to the Late Cretaceous, approximately 85–100 million years ago, when the region that is now Dorset was submerged under warm, shallow seas. The Grey Chalk Subgroup, part of the Upper Cretaceous sedimentary layers, is known for preserving marine fossils in flint nodules formed within chalk beds.

This beautifully preserved specimen captures the structure and texture of an ancient sponge, preserved through mineral replacement within a durable flint matrix. Fossils like this are sought after by collectors and geologists alike for their rarity and educational value.

This is a carefully selected, one-of-a-kind specimen, and the exact fossil shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive. A 1cm scale cube is included in the images for size reference—please refer to the photos for full dimensions.

Why Choose This Fossil? ✔️ Authentic Cretaceous Fossil Sponge in Flint from Branscombe, Dorset, UK

✔️ Discovered by Our Team – Alister and Alison – on 20 March 2025

✔️ Professionally Cleaned, Prepped, and Treated by Alison

✔️ 100% Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

✔️ Perfect for Collectors, Educators, and Natural History Displays

✔️ Exact Fossil Shown – No Substitutes

✔️ Fast & Secure Shipping

Add a rare glimpse of Britain’s ancient marine life to your collection—order this unique Fossil Sponge in Flint today!

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Discover a rare and fascinating Fossil Sponge preserved in Flint, found within the Grey Chalk Subgroup of the Cretaceous period, from the historic coastal region of Branscombe, Dorset, UK. This specimen is 100% genuine, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, and was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison, on 20 March 2025. It has been carefully cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, ensuring both scientific value and visual appeal.

Sponges are one of the oldest multicellular life forms on Earth, and fossil examples provide invaluable insight into early marine ecosystems. This particular fossil dates back to the Late Cretaceous, approximately 85–100 million years ago, when the region that is now Dorset was submerged under warm, shallow seas. The Grey Chalk Subgroup, part of the Upper Cretaceous sedimentary layers, is known for preserving marine fossils in flint nodules formed within chalk beds.

This beautifully preserved specimen captures the structure and texture of an ancient sponge, preserved through mineral replacement within a durable flint matrix. Fossils like this are sought after by collectors and geologists alike for their rarity and educational value.

This is a carefully selected, one-of-a-kind specimen, and the exact fossil shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive. A 1cm scale cube is included in the images for size reference—please refer to the photos for full dimensions.

Why Choose This Fossil? ✔️ Authentic Cretaceous Fossil Sponge in Flint from Branscombe, Dorset, UK

✔️ Discovered by Our Team – Alister and Alison – on 20 March 2025

✔️ Professionally Cleaned, Prepped, and Treated by Alison

✔️ 100% Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

✔️ Perfect for Collectors, Educators, and Natural History Displays

✔️ Exact Fossil Shown – No Substitutes

✔️ Fast & Secure Shipping

Add a rare glimpse of Britain’s ancient marine life to your collection—order this unique Fossil Sponge in Flint today!

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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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