Description
Kushlukia Rabbit Fish Teeth Palette Fossil
This distinctive fossil display features a Kushlukia rabbit fish teeth palette from the Gault Clay of Folkestone, Kent. The specimen is identified as Albian in age and belongs to the Cretaceous Period, making it an appealing addition to collections focused on fossil fish, marine palaeontology and the geology of southern England. Its arranged palette format gives the piece a strong visual presence for a fossil cabinet, study collection or educational display.
Geological Context
The Albian is a stage of the Cretaceous Period, a major interval in Earth history known for extensive marine environments and diverse fossil life. Gault Clay is a well-known geological unit associated with marine sedimentary deposits in England. Fine-grained clay-rich sediments such as these can preserve the remains of organisms that lived in, or were transported into, ancient seas. A fossil from this setting connects the displayed teeth with the marine ecosystems that existed during the Cretaceous.
Fossil Identification
The product name identifies the specimen as a Kushlukia Rabbit Fish Teeth Palette. Rabbit fish are marine fishes recognised for their specialised teeth, which were suited to processing food. Fossil fish teeth are particularly interesting to collectors because they can provide evidence of ancient marine biodiversity even when other parts of the animal have not been preserved. The Kushlukia identification makes this a focused palaeontological item for collectors interested in Cretaceous fish fossils and fossil tooth displays.
Collection History
From the Alice Purnell Collection
This piece is suitable for fossil collectors, geology enthusiasts, palaeontology students, museum-style displays and anyone interested in the fossil heritage of Folkestone and Kent. It can be displayed as a standalone geological curiosity or alongside other Cretaceous fossils, Gault Clay material and marine fossil specimens. The natural subject matter and geological age also make it a useful conversation piece for learning about fossilisation, ancient seas and the preservation of biological remains in sedimentary deposits.
Certificate of Authenticity
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
Photograph and Sizing
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