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Indosphinctes patina Fossil Ammonite – Lower Callovian Jurassic – Deux-Sèvres France – Genuine Specimen with Certificate

£9.00

This listing is for a genuine Indosphinctes patina fossil ammonite from the Lower Callovian Stage of the Jurassic Period, collected from Deux-Sèvres, France. This well-preserved specimen showcases the distinct ribbing and discoidal form typical of the Indosphinctes genus, and is an excellent representation of mid-Jurassic marine life.

The photo shows the actual fossil you will receive, with the scale cube = 1cm for precise size reference. Please consult the images for full details on dimensions.

Species & Classification:

  • Genus: Indosphinctes
  • Species: patina
  • Type: Fossil Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
  • Family: Perisphinctidae
  • Phylum: Mollusca
  • Class: Cephalopoda

Geological & Stratigraphic Context:

  • Period: Jurassic
  • Stage: Lower Callovian (~166 – 164 million years ago)
  • Formation: Likely marine marl/limestone of Callovian age (local formation details may vary)
  • Locality: Deux-Sèvres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow epicontinental marine basin, deposited in warm, nutrient-rich waters

Morphological Features:

  • Moderately evolute, with visible inner whorls
  • Strong, bifurcating ribs originating from the umbilical shoulder
  • Shell form discoidal, typically compressed
  • Ribbing is consistent and symmetrical, aiding species-level identification
  • No keel; smooth or gently rounded venter

Notable Facts:

  • Indosphinctes species like I. patina are biostratigraphically important indicators of Lower Callovian strata
  • These ammonites were active swimmers and likely predators in mid-Jurassic seas
  • Found in France, India, and Madagascar, the genus is known for its global distribution during the Callovian
  • Provides insight into faunal migrations and palaeoceanographic conditions of the Jurassic

Why Buy From Us?

  • 100% authentic fossil, professionally sourced and verified
  • Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • What you see is what you get – the exact specimen is pictured
  • Excellent addition to any fossil collection, teaching resource, or museum-quality display

This exceptional Indosphinctes patina ammonite fossil from the Lower Callovian of France is a scientifically valuable and visually compelling specimen that would make a fine highlight in any collection.

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This listing is for a genuine Indosphinctes patina fossil ammonite from the Lower Callovian Stage of the Jurassic Period, collected from Deux-Sèvres, France. This well-preserved specimen showcases the distinct ribbing and discoidal form typical of the Indosphinctes genus, and is an excellent representation of mid-Jurassic marine life.

The photo shows the actual fossil you will receive, with the scale cube = 1cm for precise size reference. Please consult the images for full details on dimensions.

Species & Classification:

  • Genus: Indosphinctes
  • Species: patina
  • Type: Fossil Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
  • Family: Perisphinctidae
  • Phylum: Mollusca
  • Class: Cephalopoda

Geological & Stratigraphic Context:

  • Period: Jurassic
  • Stage: Lower Callovian (~166 – 164 million years ago)
  • Formation: Likely marine marl/limestone of Callovian age (local formation details may vary)
  • Locality: Deux-Sèvres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow epicontinental marine basin, deposited in warm, nutrient-rich waters

Morphological Features:

  • Moderately evolute, with visible inner whorls
  • Strong, bifurcating ribs originating from the umbilical shoulder
  • Shell form discoidal, typically compressed
  • Ribbing is consistent and symmetrical, aiding species-level identification
  • No keel; smooth or gently rounded venter

Notable Facts:

  • Indosphinctes species like I. patina are biostratigraphically important indicators of Lower Callovian strata
  • These ammonites were active swimmers and likely predators in mid-Jurassic seas
  • Found in France, India, and Madagascar, the genus is known for its global distribution during the Callovian
  • Provides insight into faunal migrations and palaeoceanographic conditions of the Jurassic

Why Buy From Us?

  • 100% authentic fossil, professionally sourced and verified
  • Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • What you see is what you get – the exact specimen is pictured
  • Excellent addition to any fossil collection, teaching resource, or museum-quality display

This exceptional Indosphinctes patina ammonite fossil from the Lower Callovian of France is a scientifically valuable and visually compelling specimen that would make a fine highlight in any collection.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic

Origin

France

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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