Description
SPECIMEN IDENTIFICATION
This collectible fossil is identified as an iridescent Psiloceras planorbis ammonite from the Hettangian Stage of the Jurassic. It was found at Watchet in Somerset, United Kingdom. The combination of a named ammonite identification, an early Jurassic geological age and an iridescent appearance makes this an appealing addition to fossil collections, natural history displays and geology study collections.
GEOLOGICAL SIGNIFICANCE
The Hettangian is the earliest stage of the Jurassic Period, following the end of the Triassic. Psiloceras is associated with the early Jurassic ammonite record and is of particular interest to collectors who enjoy stratigraphically significant fossils from the beginning of the Jurassic. The name Psiloceras planorbis identifies the specimen within a recognised ammonite form, while the Hettangian designation places it within a specific interval of geological time.
Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods related to modern squids, cuttlefish and nautiluses. Their coiled shells are among the most recognisable fossils in geology, and their widespread distribution and evolutionary changes have made them useful to palaeontologists when studying and comparing rocks of different ages. The iridescent quality of this specimen gives it additional visual appeal, with light-reflective colour that enhances its display presence.
LOCATION
The specimen comes from Watchet, Somerset, United Kingdom. Watchet is a well-known location of interest to fossil enthusiasts and collectors exploring the geology of the Somerset coast. Its stated Hettangian, Jurassic age and Watchet locality provide useful geological context for cabinet labels, educational displays and personal collections.
PREPARATION AND COLLECTION
Your specimen was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison and has been cleaned, prepped and treated by Alison.
The preparation work helps present the fossil for examination and display while retaining the supplied geological and identification information. It is suitable for collectors interested in ammonites, early Jurassic fossils, British fossils, Somerset geology and stratigraphically documented natural history specimens. It can be displayed in a fossil cabinet, used as a teaching aid when discussing geological time, or included in a themed collection of Jurassic ammonites.
AUTHENTICITY
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The included certificate wording provides accompanying authenticity documentation for the specimen. It is useful for keeping with the fossil as part of a collection record, particularly when the item is displayed alongside its identification and locality information.
COLLECTOR AND DISPLAY USE
This Psiloceras planorbis fossil offers several points of interest: a named ammonite identification, early Jurassic Hettangian age, a Watchet, Somerset locality, and an iridescent appearance. It is well suited to fossil collectors, ammonite enthusiasts, geology students, museum-style displays and anyone interested in the palaeontology of the United Kingdom. The specimen can be presented with its certificate and collection wording to create an informative, clearly documented display.
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