Large Fossil Gastropod Bathrotomaria reticulata Kimmeridge Clay Jurassic Dorset UK Shell Specimen Certificate of Authenticity

Description

Fossil Identification

This listing presents a large fossil gastropod identified as Bathrotomaria reticulata. The specimen is associated with the Kimmeridge Clay and the Jurassic, making it an appealing addition for collectors of fossil molluscs, Jurassic palaeontology and natural history displays. Its listed locality is Blackhead, Dorset, UK, an area well known for fossil-bearing coastal geology.

Geological Context

The Kimmeridge Clay is a Jurassic marine deposit formed from fine sediment accumulated in an ancient sea. Its dark mudstone is internationally recognised for preserving a wide range of marine fossils and for providing an important record of Jurassic marine environments. Fossils from this geological context are valued because they connect a physical specimen with the ecosystems and sediments of a much older chapter of Earth history.

Gastropod Fossil Interest

Gastropods are the group of molluscs that includes snails and their fossil relatives. Their shells are commonly among the most recognisable forms in the fossil record, with coiled growth producing distinctive shapes that can be studied for shell architecture, ornament and preservation. Bathrotomaria reticulata offers particular interest to collectors seeking a named Jurassic gastropod rather than an unidentified shell fragment.

The species name provides a useful identification point for display labels, fossil collections and educational study. A specimen such as this can be displayed as a geological conversation piece, used to introduce Jurassic marine life, or added to a broader collection of molluscs and British fossils. It is also suitable for collectors who value specimens connected with Dorset and the Kimmeridge Clay.

Locality and Preparation

The specimen locality is given as Blackhead, Dorset, UK. Your specimen was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison, and has been cleaned, prepped and treated by Alison.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Sizing and Display

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please use the photographs for an accurate impression of the specimen’s presentation and scale. The fossil can be incorporated into a cabinet display, geological study collection or natural-history themed interior, where its Jurassic age and named gastropod identification can be clearly presented.

Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

The certificate wording provides accompanying documentation for collectors and makes the piece suitable for gifting, educational collections and fossil display. Its combination of a named Bathrotomaria reticulata identification, Kimmeridge Clay Jurassic context and Dorset locality gives it strong appeal for anyone interested in British fossils, marine palaeontology or the history of life preserved in stone.