Description
HAMULINA ALPINA Fossil Heteromorph Ammonite – Barremian, Cretaceous – Alp de Provence, France
About the Fossil:
This exceptionally preserved Hamulina alpina heteromorph ammonite fossil originates from the Barremian stage of the Early Cretaceous period (~129-125 million years ago) and was discovered in Alp de Provence, France. Hamulina is a genus of heteromorph ammonites, recognized for their uncoiled, elongated shells with a unique curved morphology, differing from the more common tightly coiled ammonites.
During the Early Cretaceous, heteromorph ammonites like Hamulina alpina thrived in shallow marine environments, floating in ancient seas. Their distinctive shell shape suggests adaptations for neutral buoyancy and specialized swimming behavior, likely drifting along ocean currents to feed on plankton. The Barremian deposits of Alp de Provence are well known for their diverse marine fossils, including ammonites, bivalves, and gastropods, providing valuable insights into prehistoric marine ecosystems.
Geology & Formation:
- Geological Age: Barremian, Early Cretaceous (~129-125 million years ago)
- Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits
- Location: Alp de Provence, France
- Preservation: Exceptional fossilization with well-defined shell whorls, surface ornamentation, and characteristic heteromorph structure
Why This Fossil?
✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
✔ Rare Heteromorph Ammonite – Unusual shell shape makes it highly desirable
✔ 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
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