Description
Fossil Identification
This genuine giant echinoid fossil is identified as Dendraster and dated to the Miocene. Dendraster is an echinoid fossil of interest to collectors of palaeontology, natural history and marine invertebrates. The specimen represents an ancient echinoid preserved from the Miocene, a period of the Cenozoic Era known for significant changes in marine ecosystems and the continued development of diverse sea life.
The identification of Dendraster gives this fossil a clear place within echinoid collecting. Echinoids are marine members of the phylum Echinodermata, a group that also includes sea stars and sea cucumbers. Their fossil record is especially valuable for understanding ancient marine environments, biodiversity and the long-term history of ocean life. This specimen is offered specifically as a Dendraster echinoid fossil, with the Miocene identification supplied for the piece.
Locality
The stated locality for this fossil is Mount Cidolog, Pasanggrahan, Sagaranten, Sukabumi Regency, West Java, Indonesia. This Indonesian locality information adds geological and geographical interest for collectors who document fossil finds by region. West Java specimens can provide an engaging focus for collections featuring Southeast Asian palaeontology, marine fossils or fossil echinoids.
Collector Appeal
A Dendraster fossil makes an attractive addition to a cabinet display, educational collection or natural history themed interior. It is suitable for fossil collectors interested in echinoids, Miocene fossils and specimens from Indonesia. The combination of the supplied identification, geological age and stated locality makes it an informative conversation piece as well as a distinctive natural-history collectible.
This fossil may also be used for educational study and display, helping illustrate how palaeontologists classify ancient marine organisms by their fossil identity and geological age. It can be displayed alongside other echinoids, marine invertebrate fossils or Miocene specimens to create a chronological or taxonomic collection.
Authenticity and Photographs
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.
Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the photographs carefully for the specimen’s appearance and presentation before purchase. The images are provided to show the actual fossil available, rather than a stock image or representative example.
Display and Care
For display, place the fossil on a stable, level surface or within a suitable cabinet where it will be protected from knocks and accidental falls. Handle it carefully with clean, dry hands and avoid unnecessary contact with abrasive surfaces. Keeping the specimen in a dry, controlled indoor environment is recommended for long-term collecting and display. Its geological identity and locality make it well suited to a labelled fossil cabinet, classroom collection or personal palaeontology display.
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