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Klematosphinctes Fossil Ammonite – Lower Oxfordian Jurassic – France – Authentic Specimen with Certificate
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This listing features a genuine Klematosphinctes fossil ammonite from the Lower Oxfordian stage of the Jurassic, discovered in France. This beautiful specimen is an excellent example of a classic perisphinctid ammonite from the early part of the Late Jurassic. Its ribbed shell and well-preserved coiling make it both scientifically valuable and visually striking.
The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive, and the scale rule/cube = 1cm gives a clear reference for full sizing.
Species & Classification:
- Genus: Klematosphinctes
- Type: Fossil Ammonite (Extinct Marine Cephalopod)
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
- Family: Perisphinctidae
- Phylum: Mollusca
- Class: Cephalopoda
Geological & Stratigraphic Context:
- Period: Jurassic
- Stage: Lower Oxfordian (approx. 163.5 – 160.3 million years ago)
- Region: France (exact locality unspecified)
- Depositional Environment: Shallow marine shelf with carbonate and clay-rich sedimentation; low-energy marine environment favorable to ammonite preservation
- Biozone: Possibly within the Cardioceras cordatum Zone (based on stratigraphic occurrence of genus) – exact zone not determined for this piece
Morphological Features:
- Typically moderately evolute to involute shell with compressed whorls
- Prominent, bifurcating ribs radiating across the flanks
- Rounded venter with fine keel in some specimens
- Growth lines and suture patterns may be visible under magnification
- Excellent for educational display and study of Jurassic ammonite morphology
Notable Information:
- Klematosphinctes is a lesser-known but stratigraphically significant genus, often used to assist in biostratigraphic correlation of Lower Oxfordian deposits
- It reflects evolutionary trends within the Perisphinctidae family and contributes to our understanding of faunal distribution in European marine basins during the Jurassic
- French Oxfordian localities are classic fossil beds renowned for their ammonite diversity and exquisite preservation
Why Buy From Us?
- 100% authentic fossil, responsibly sourced
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
- The exact specimen shown in the photo is what you will receive
- Ideal for collectors, educators, and geology enthusiasts
This Klematosphinctes fossil ammonite from the Lower Oxfordian of France offers a fascinating glimpse into marine life over 160 million years ago and is a prized addition to any natural history collection.
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This listing features a genuine Klematosphinctes fossil ammonite from the Lower Oxfordian stage of the Jurassic, discovered in France. This beautiful specimen is an excellent example of a classic perisphinctid ammonite from the early part of the Late Jurassic. Its ribbed shell and well-preserved coiling make it both scientifically valuable and visually striking.
The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive, and the scale rule/cube = 1cm gives a clear reference for full sizing.
Species & Classification:
- Genus: Klematosphinctes
- Type: Fossil Ammonite (Extinct Marine Cephalopod)
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
- Family: Perisphinctidae
- Phylum: Mollusca
- Class: Cephalopoda
Geological & Stratigraphic Context:
- Period: Jurassic
- Stage: Lower Oxfordian (approx. 163.5 – 160.3 million years ago)
- Region: France (exact locality unspecified)
- Depositional Environment: Shallow marine shelf with carbonate and clay-rich sedimentation; low-energy marine environment favorable to ammonite preservation
- Biozone: Possibly within the Cardioceras cordatum Zone (based on stratigraphic occurrence of genus) – exact zone not determined for this piece
Morphological Features:
- Typically moderately evolute to involute shell with compressed whorls
- Prominent, bifurcating ribs radiating across the flanks
- Rounded venter with fine keel in some specimens
- Growth lines and suture patterns may be visible under magnification
- Excellent for educational display and study of Jurassic ammonite morphology
Notable Information:
- Klematosphinctes is a lesser-known but stratigraphically significant genus, often used to assist in biostratigraphic correlation of Lower Oxfordian deposits
- It reflects evolutionary trends within the Perisphinctidae family and contributes to our understanding of faunal distribution in European marine basins during the Jurassic
- French Oxfordian localities are classic fossil beds renowned for their ammonite diversity and exquisite preservation
Why Buy From Us?
- 100% authentic fossil, responsibly sourced
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
- The exact specimen shown in the photo is what you will receive
- Ideal for collectors, educators, and geology enthusiasts
This Klematosphinctes fossil ammonite from the Lower Oxfordian of France offers a fascinating glimpse into marine life over 160 million years ago and is a prized addition to any natural history collection.
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