Lissoceras cf. psilodiscus Ammonite: Bajocian Jurassic Burton Bradstock UK COA. Genuine Dorset Fossil

Description

Lissoceras cf. psilodiscus Ammonite Fossil

Middle Jurassic Fossil from Burton Bradstock, Dorset

This carefully chosen ammonite is identified as Lissoceras cf. psilodiscus and comes from the Inferior Oolite Group at Burton Bradstock in Dorset, UK. It dates to the Bajocian stage of the Middle Jurassic, making it an appealing genuine fossil for ammonite collectors, geology enthusiasts, natural history displays, and educational collections. The photographs show the actual specimen you will receive, so its individual preservation, colour, form, and visible surface detail can be considered before purchase.

Scientific Identification

The specimen is identified as Lissoceras cf. psilodiscus. In palaeontological identification, the abbreviation “cf.” indicates a comparison with the named species, preserving the careful form of identification supplied with this fossil. Lissoceras is an ammonite genus, part of the diverse group of extinct marine cephalopods whose coiled shells are among the most recognisable fossils of the Mesozoic Era. Ammonites were broadly related to living cephalopods such as squid, cuttlefish, and nautiluses. Their shells were divided internally into chambers, while the living animal occupied the outer body chamber.

Bajocian Middle Jurassic Age

The Bajocian is a stage within the Middle Jurassic. This geological placement gives the specimen a clear position in deep time and connects it with a period when ammonites were important and varied members of marine ecosystems. Fossils such as this provide a tangible record of ancient life and of the geological processes through which shells became buried, mineralised, and preserved within sedimentary rock.

Inferior Oolite Group Geology

This specimen is associated with the Inferior Oolite Group, a well-known sequence of Middle Jurassic rocks in southern Britain. The group is of particular interest to fossil collectors because its sedimentary layers preserve evidence of ancient marine conditions and the organisms that inhabited them. The supplied geological information places this Lissoceras cf. psilodiscus ammonite within a defined British Jurassic context without separating it from the unique natural character visible in the actual piece.

Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK

Burton Bradstock lies on the Dorset coast, an area internationally appreciated for its Jurassic geology and fossil heritage. A specimen from this locality offers both palaeontological interest and a strong sense of place. It is suitable for a collection arranged by fossil type, taxonomic identification, geological stage, rock group, British locality, or regional natural history.

The Actual Fossil You Will Receive

This is not a generic stock image or a substitute specimen. The photographs show the exact fossil supplied with this listing, including its individual shape, preservation, natural texture, and any features visible from the photographed angles. Please refer to the photographs for full sizing and use them as the primary visual guide to the specimen’s appearance. Natural variation is an essential part of authentic fossil collecting, and every genuine specimen has its own character.

Collector Display and Educational Value

The ammonite can be displayed as a stand-alone cabinet piece or incorporated into a broader Jurassic, British fossil, or marine invertebrate collection. It also offers an engaging educational object for discussing extinct cephalopods, stratigraphy, fossil identification, sedimentary geology, deep time, and the changing seas of the Jurassic Period. A simple label recording the identification, Bajocian age, Inferior Oolite Group, and Burton Bradstock locality would create an informative presentation.

Authenticity and Certificate

This is a genuine fossil specimen and includes a generic Certificate of Authenticity card with a lifetime guarantee. The certificate provides continuing reassurance for the collector while the photographs document the exact piece supplied. Handle the fossil carefully, support it securely when moving it, and avoid aggressive cleaning. For long-term enjoyment, display it in a stable position, specimen tray, collector’s drawer, or protective cabinet where it will be safe from knocks and unnecessary handling.