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Lobster claw fossil – cretaceous greensand – branscombe, devon, uk

Original price was: £180.00.Current price is: £144.00.

This listing features a well-preserved Lobster Claw Fossil from the Cretaceous period (~100 million years ago), discovered in the Greensand Formation of Branscombe, Devon, UK. A fantastic example of ancient marine life, this fossil provides a unique glimpse into the prehistoric seas that once covered what is now England.

Fossil Information:

  • Fossil Type: Lobster Claw
  • Geological Period: Cretaceous (~100 million years old)
  • Formation: Greensand
  • Location: Branscombe, Devon, UK
  • Size: Refer to scale in listing photos
  • Preservation: Excellent fossil detail with defined claw structure

Key Features:

Genuine Cretaceous lobster claw fossil

Distinct preservation showing detailed claw features

Sourced from the Greensand Formation, Devon, UK

Ideal for collectors, museums, and educational study

Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

During the Cretaceous period, much of the UK was submerged under shallow seas, creating the ideal conditions for fossil preservation. Lobsters were a dominant crustacean species, and their fossils are prized among collectors. The Greensand Formation is famous for its exceptional marine fossil preservation, making this specimen a valuable and sought-after piece.

Authenticity & Certification:

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the listing photos is the exact one you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This specimen originates from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections in the world. We take great pride in offering high-quality, professionally prepared fossils, ensuring authenticity and excellence for collectors, researchers, and educators alike.

A superb fossil lobster claw from the Cretaceous Greensand, perfect for any fossil collection or museum display. Don’t miss out on this fascinating piece of prehistoric marine history!

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Description

This listing features a well-preserved Lobster Claw Fossil from the Cretaceous period (~100 million years ago), discovered in the Greensand Formation of Branscombe, Devon, UK. A fantastic example of ancient marine life, this fossil provides a unique glimpse into the prehistoric seas that once covered what is now England.

Fossil Information:

  • Fossil Type: Lobster Claw
  • Geological Period: Cretaceous (~100 million years old)
  • Formation: Greensand
  • Location: Branscombe, Devon, UK
  • Size: Refer to scale in listing photos
  • Preservation: Excellent fossil detail with defined claw structure

Key Features:

Genuine Cretaceous lobster claw fossil

Distinct preservation showing detailed claw features

Sourced from the Greensand Formation, Devon, UK

Ideal for collectors, museums, and educational study

Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

During the Cretaceous period, much of the UK was submerged under shallow seas, creating the ideal conditions for fossil preservation. Lobsters were a dominant crustacean species, and their fossils are prized among collectors. The Greensand Formation is famous for its exceptional marine fossil preservation, making this specimen a valuable and sought-after piece.

Authenticity & Certification:

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the listing photos is the exact one you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This specimen originates from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections in the world. We take great pride in offering high-quality, professionally prepared fossils, ensuring authenticity and excellence for collectors, researchers, and educators alike.

A superb fossil lobster claw from the Cretaceous Greensand, perfect for any fossil collection or museum display. Don’t miss out on this fascinating piece of prehistoric marine history!

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous

Origin

United Kingdom

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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