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Gastropod turritella sulcifera fossil – barton beds, eocene – alum bay, isle of wight, uk
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Gastropod turritella sulcifera fossil – barton beds, eocene – alum bay, isle of wight, uk

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Gastropod Turritella sulcifera Fossil – Barton Beds, Eocene – Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, UK

About the Fossil:

This well-preserved Turritella sulcifera fossil originates from the Barton Beds of the Eocene epoch (~40-37 million years ago) and was discovered at Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. Turritella is a genus of marine gastropods known for their elongated, tightly coiled shells with distinctive ridges and whorls, making them a highly recognizable and sought-after fossil.

These gastropods thrived in warm, shallow Eocene seas, where they lived on or just below the seafloor, feeding on organic particles in the water. The Barton Beds, part of the larger Barton Group, are well-known for their exceptionally preserved marine fossils, including mollusks, bivalves, and gastropods, which help paleontologists reconstruct ancient marine environments.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Eocene (~40-37 million years ago)
  • Formation: Barton Beds, Barton Group
  • Location: Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, UK
  • Preservation: Excellent fossilization with detailed shell structure and fine whorls

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts

✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

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Gastropod Turritella sulcifera Fossil – Barton Beds, Eocene – Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, UK

About the Fossil:

This well-preserved Turritella sulcifera fossil originates from the Barton Beds of the Eocene epoch (~40-37 million years ago) and was discovered at Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom. Turritella is a genus of marine gastropods known for their elongated, tightly coiled shells with distinctive ridges and whorls, making them a highly recognizable and sought-after fossil.

These gastropods thrived in warm, shallow Eocene seas, where they lived on or just below the seafloor, feeding on organic particles in the water. The Barton Beds, part of the larger Barton Group, are well-known for their exceptionally preserved marine fossils, including mollusks, bivalves, and gastropods, which help paleontologists reconstruct ancient marine environments.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Eocene (~40-37 million years ago)
  • Formation: Barton Beds, Barton Group
  • Location: Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, UK
  • Preservation: Excellent fossilization with detailed shell structure and fine whorls

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts

✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

Additional information

Era

Eocene
Origin

United Kingdom

Eocene Information

The Eocene Period (56–33.9 million years ago) was a time of warm global temperatures and the rapid evolution of mammals following the extinction of the dinosaurs. The climate was hot and humid, with lush rainforests covering much of the planet, even near the poles. Mammals diversified into new ecological roles, with early primates, whales (like Basilosaurus), large herbivores, and carnivores emerging. Birds and reptiles also thrived, and the first grasses began spreading, setting the stage for later grassland ecosystems. By the late Eocene, the Earth’s climate cooled significantly, leading to the formation of the first Antarctic ice sheets and the eventual transition to the drier, cooler Oligocene Period.

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