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Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici Fossil Ammonite, Middle Callovian, Jurassic: Germany – 100% Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

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This Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici fossil ammonite is a fascinating specimen from the Middle Callovian stage of the Jurassic Period, discovered in Germany. Known for its beautifully preserved and distinct shell, this ammonite offers a glimpse into the Middle Jurassic seas, which were home to a diverse array of marine life. The species Hecticoceras frederici (previously classified as Putealiceras frederici) is a remarkable ammonite, often sought after by collectors for its elegance and well-defined structure.

Geological Information:

  • Geological Stage: Middle Callovian, Jurassic (Approximately 166 to 161 million years ago)
  • Depositional Environment: The Callovian Stage was a period marked by warm, shallow seas that spread across much of Europe. The ammonites like Hecticoceras frederici thrived in these seas, where they played an important role in the marine ecosystems. The fossil was formed in sedimentary deposits created in these ancient marine environments, particularly in the Middle Jurassic waters of what is now Germany.
  • Biozone: This fossil comes from a Middle Callovian biozone, a time known for an abundance of ammonite species, making it an important period in marine life evolution.

Fossil Features:

  • Family: Hecticoceratidae
  • Super Family: Hecticoceratoidea
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Morphology: The Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici ammonite features a coiled, compressed shell with fine ribbing along the surface. Its distinctive, elegant structure is characterized by a smooth curvature and subtle ribbed texture. The ammonite’s shell has a well-defined whorl with a smooth, flowing shape that is typical of the Callovian ammonite species.

Notable Details:

  • This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and value as a historical specimen.
  • The specimen has been carefully chosen for its high-quality preservation. The photograph provided shows the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring you know exactly what you are purchasing.
  • Scale Rule: The scale rule squares/cube shown in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to accurately gauge the fossil’s size. Full sizing details are included in the photograph.

Condition:

This Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici Fossil Ammonite is in excellent condition, with clear preservation of its ribbed shell and smooth structure. The fossil has been cleaned and treated for display, making it an ideal addition to any Jurassic ammonite collection.

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Description

This Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici fossil ammonite is a fascinating specimen from the Middle Callovian stage of the Jurassic Period, discovered in Germany. Known for its beautifully preserved and distinct shell, this ammonite offers a glimpse into the Middle Jurassic seas, which were home to a diverse array of marine life. The species Hecticoceras frederici (previously classified as Putealiceras frederici) is a remarkable ammonite, often sought after by collectors for its elegance and well-defined structure.

Geological Information:

  • Geological Stage: Middle Callovian, Jurassic (Approximately 166 to 161 million years ago)
  • Depositional Environment: The Callovian Stage was a period marked by warm, shallow seas that spread across much of Europe. The ammonites like Hecticoceras frederici thrived in these seas, where they played an important role in the marine ecosystems. The fossil was formed in sedimentary deposits created in these ancient marine environments, particularly in the Middle Jurassic waters of what is now Germany.
  • Biozone: This fossil comes from a Middle Callovian biozone, a time known for an abundance of ammonite species, making it an important period in marine life evolution.

Fossil Features:

  • Family: Hecticoceratidae
  • Super Family: Hecticoceratoidea
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Morphology: The Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici ammonite features a coiled, compressed shell with fine ribbing along the surface. Its distinctive, elegant structure is characterized by a smooth curvature and subtle ribbed texture. The ammonite’s shell has a well-defined whorl with a smooth, flowing shape that is typical of the Callovian ammonite species.

Notable Details:

  • This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and value as a historical specimen.
  • The specimen has been carefully chosen for its high-quality preservation. The photograph provided shows the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring you know exactly what you are purchasing.
  • Scale Rule: The scale rule squares/cube shown in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to accurately gauge the fossil’s size. Full sizing details are included in the photograph.

Condition:

This Hecticoceras (Putealiceras) frederici Fossil Ammonite is in excellent condition, with clear preservation of its ribbed shell and smooth structure. The fossil has been cleaned and treated for display, making it an ideal addition to any Jurassic ammonite collection.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic

Origin

Germany

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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