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Rare Carboniferous Fossil Fern Plants - Authentic UK Specimen from the Coal Measures - Radstock, Somerset

Rare Carboniferous Fossil Fern Plants – Authentic UK Specimen from the Coal Measures – Radstock, Somerset

Original price was: £9.60.Current price is: £8.64.

The Coal Measures are the coal-bearing part of the Upper Carboniferous System. In the United Kingdom, the Coal Measures Group consists of the Upper Coal Measures Formation, the Middle Coal Measures Formation and the Lower Coal Measures Formation. During this time, dense forests formed the rich ecosystem of the UK, with ferns, plants, fruits and giant insects that roamed.
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Type: British Fossil Fern Plants
Age: Coal Measures, Carboniferous
Location: Radstock, Somerset
Size (picture scale cube=1cm):  79 x 27 x 10mm (3.11 x 1.06 x 0.39 inches)

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. The specimen has been carefully hand selected and photographed. Measurements are as accurate as possible, though be aware measuring precise dimensions can be difficult from irregular shaped items. Whilst we portray colours as close to life-like as we can, colours will vary if taken in sunlight, indoors, from monitor to monitor and device to device. Once this specimen is sold, we will update this listing with new similar selected item, with a new photo and dimensions.

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The Coal Measures are the coal-bearing part of the Upper Carboniferous System. In the United Kingdom, the Coal Measures Group consists of the Upper Coal Measures Formation, the Middle Coal Measures Formation and the Lower Coal Measures Formation. During this time, dense forests formed the rich ecosystem of the UK, with ferns, plants, fruits and giant insects that roamed.

Discover an authentic and rare British Fossil Fern Plant from the Coal Measures, dating back to the Carboniferous period over 300 million years ago. This stunning fossil was unearthed in Radstock, Somerset, a site well-known for its rich fossil deposits from the Upper Carboniferous system. During this era, the UK was covered in vast swamp forests, teeming with ancient ferns, towering lycophyte trees, and even giant insects.

The Coal Measures in the United Kingdom are divided into three formations: the Lower, Middle, and Upper Coal Measures, which are responsible for much of the UK’s historic coal reserves. These layers of sedimentary rock were formed from compacted plant material in vast tropical wetlands, eventually creating the coal seams that fueled the Industrial Revolution. Fossils from this time period provide a fascinating glimpse into a lush and humid prehistoric world.

This particular fossil displays excellent preservation of plant details, showcasing the delicate fronds and intricate vein patterns that made up the ancient fern species of the Carboniferous era. It serves as a significant addition to any fossil collection, educational study, or as a unique gift for history and science enthusiasts.

  • Type: British Fossil Fern Plant
  • Age: Coal Measures, Carboniferous (Approx. 300 Million Years Old)
  • Formation: Upper Carboniferous System – Coal Measures Group
  • Location: Radstock, Somerset, UK
  • Authenticity: 100% genuine fossil, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • Sizing: Scale cube = 1cm (Full dimensions available in listing photos)

ACTUAL SPECIMEN AS SEEN: You will receive the exact fossil shown in the listing. Each specimen is carefully hand-selected and professionally photographed to ensure clarity and accuracy. Due to the unique nature of fossils, once sold, a new similar item with updated images and details will be listed.

Please note that some fossils may be propped up for photography purposes. We aim to depict colours as accurately as possible, but variations may occur due to lighting conditions and screen settings.

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Additional information

Weight 10 g
Era

Carboniferous
Origin

United Kingdom

Carboniferous Information

The Carboniferous Period (359–299 million years ago) was a time of vast forests, giant insects, and the first reptiles. Named for its extensive coal deposits, this period saw lush swamps filled with towering lycophyte trees, ferns, and horsetails, which would later become today’s coal reserves. The climate was warm and humid, with high oxygen levels fueling the growth of giant arthropods like the dragonfly-like Meganeura and the massive millipede Arthropleura. Amphibians thrived in swampy environments, while the first reptiles evolved, laying eggs on land. In the oceans, sharks and early bony fish dominated, and corals flourished in warm, shallow seas. The period ended with a cooling climate and glaciation, leading to the drying of swamps and the decline of many species.

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