Fossils for Sale - High-quality BRITISH and WORLDWIDE Fossils. An impressive selection of fossils, including Ammonites, Trilobites, Belemnites, Fossil Fish, Fossil Shark Teeth, Fossilised Insects in Amber, Dinosaurs, and Reptiles. UK Fossils was formed in 1988 and collects and preps our own fossils in the heart of the Jurassic Coast, collecting fossils from Lyme Regis, Charmouth and Somerset. Our passion for fossils is reflected in our carefully curated collection, which includes some of the rarest and most unique specimens available.

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Loligosepia bucklandi Cuttlefish Fossil Jurassic Lyme Regis Dorset Lower Lias Rare Cephalopod Specimen Premium COA Included

£720.00

Genuine Loligosepia bucklandi Fossil – Rare Jurassic Cuttlefish-Type Cephalopod

Offered here is an exceptional and rare fossil specimen of Loligosepia bucklandi, an important Early Jurassic cuttlefish-type cephalopod, collected from the world-famous fossil beds of Lyme Regis, Dorset, along England’s UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast.

Loligosepia fossils are far less common than ammonites and represent a fascinating group of ancient marine animals closely related to modern cuttlefish and squid. This makes them highly desirable to collectors seeking unusual Jurassic cephalopods beyond the typical ammonite specimens.

This fossil is a carefully chosen piece, selected for its preservation quality, scientific interest, and display appeal. The photographs show the exact specimen you will receive, with full sizing clearly visible in the provided images.

Every fossil we offer is a genuine specimen, and this rare cephalopod includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity, providing lifetime assurance of provenance and authenticity.

Geological Setting – Lower Lias, Lower Jurassic of Lyme Regis

This specimen comes from the renowned Lower Lias Formation, dating to approximately 190–200 million years ago, during the Early Jurassic. At this time, Lyme Regis was submerged beneath a warm, shallow sea rich in marine life including ammonites, belemnites, fish, crustaceans, and large marine reptiles such as ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs.

The fine-grained limestones and shales of the Lower Lias were deposited in calm offshore waters, where rapid burial and low oxygen conditions often allowed delicate marine fossils to be preserved.

Lyme Regis is internationally celebrated for its fossil heritage, with discoveries dating back to Mary Anning, and remains one of the most important marine fossil localities in the world.

Fossil Species – Loligosepia bucklandi

Loligosepia bucklandi is an extinct Jurassic coleoid cephalopod, representing an early relative of modern cuttlefish. Unlike ammonites, which possessed external shells, coleoids evolved internal skeletal structures, making their fossil record much rarer.

Loligosepia belongs to the broader group Coleoidea, the same lineage that includes modern squid, octopus, and cuttlefish. Fossils such as this are important because they provide insight into the early evolution of soft-bodied cephalopods, which are rarely preserved.

The fossil typically represents preserved internal structures, body outlines, or hard parts associated with these early cuttlefish-like creatures, offering a unique glimpse into Jurassic marine ecosystems.

Notable Features and Collector Significance

Loligosepia fossils are highly regarded for their rarity and scientific importance. Specimens from Lyme Regis are particularly prized due to:

  • The historic significance of the Jurassic Coast
  • Excellent Lower Lias preservation conditions
  • The uncommon nature of coleoid cephalopod fossils
  • Their importance in understanding cephalopod evolution

This fossil is an outstanding addition to any serious collection, especially for collectors seeking rare marine reptiles, ammonites, and unusual Jurassic fauna.

Premium Authenticity and Assurance

This is a 100% genuine Loligosepia bucklandi cuttlefish-type fossil from Lyme Regis, Dorset.

It includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring complete confidence for collectors and buyers.

The specimen shown is the exact fossil you will receive.

Ideal For Collectors, Gifts and Educational Displays

This fossil is perfect for:

  • Advanced Jurassic fossil and cephalopod collectors
  • Rare cuttlefish and squid fossil enthusiasts
  • Museum-quality natural history displays
  • Educational palaeontology and evolution collections
  • Unique and unusual prehistoric gifts

A rare opportunity to own an authentic Loligosepia bucklandi fossil from the legendary Lower Lias of Lyme Regis, preserved from an ancient Jurassic sea nearly 200 million years ago, accompanied by a hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

 

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Includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

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Genuine Loligosepia bucklandi Fossil – Rare Jurassic Cuttlefish-Type Cephalopod

Offered here is an exceptional and rare fossil specimen of Loligosepia bucklandi, an important Early Jurassic cuttlefish-type cephalopod, collected from the world-famous fossil beds of Lyme Regis, Dorset, along England’s UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast.

Loligosepia fossils are far less common than ammonites and represent a fascinating group of ancient marine animals closely related to modern cuttlefish and squid. This makes them highly desirable to collectors seeking unusual Jurassic cephalopods beyond the typical ammonite specimens.

This fossil is a carefully chosen piece, selected for its preservation quality, scientific interest, and display appeal. The photographs show the exact specimen you will receive, with full sizing clearly visible in the provided images.

Every fossil we offer is a genuine specimen, and this rare cephalopod includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity, providing lifetime assurance of provenance and authenticity.

Geological Setting – Lower Lias, Lower Jurassic of Lyme Regis

This specimen comes from the renowned Lower Lias Formation, dating to approximately 190–200 million years ago, during the Early Jurassic. At this time, Lyme Regis was submerged beneath a warm, shallow sea rich in marine life including ammonites, belemnites, fish, crustaceans, and large marine reptiles such as ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs.

The fine-grained limestones and shales of the Lower Lias were deposited in calm offshore waters, where rapid burial and low oxygen conditions often allowed delicate marine fossils to be preserved.

Lyme Regis is internationally celebrated for its fossil heritage, with discoveries dating back to Mary Anning, and remains one of the most important marine fossil localities in the world.

Fossil Species – Loligosepia bucklandi

Loligosepia bucklandi is an extinct Jurassic coleoid cephalopod, representing an early relative of modern cuttlefish. Unlike ammonites, which possessed external shells, coleoids evolved internal skeletal structures, making their fossil record much rarer.

Loligosepia belongs to the broader group Coleoidea, the same lineage that includes modern squid, octopus, and cuttlefish. Fossils such as this are important because they provide insight into the early evolution of soft-bodied cephalopods, which are rarely preserved.

The fossil typically represents preserved internal structures, body outlines, or hard parts associated with these early cuttlefish-like creatures, offering a unique glimpse into Jurassic marine ecosystems.

Notable Features and Collector Significance

Loligosepia fossils are highly regarded for their rarity and scientific importance. Specimens from Lyme Regis are particularly prized due to:

  • The historic significance of the Jurassic Coast
  • Excellent Lower Lias preservation conditions
  • The uncommon nature of coleoid cephalopod fossils
  • Their importance in understanding cephalopod evolution

This fossil is an outstanding addition to any serious collection, especially for collectors seeking rare marine reptiles, ammonites, and unusual Jurassic fauna.

Premium Authenticity and Assurance

This is a 100% genuine Loligosepia bucklandi cuttlefish-type fossil from Lyme Regis, Dorset.

It includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring complete confidence for collectors and buyers.

The specimen shown is the exact fossil you will receive.

Ideal For Collectors, Gifts and Educational Displays

This fossil is perfect for:

  • Advanced Jurassic fossil and cephalopod collectors
  • Rare cuttlefish and squid fossil enthusiasts
  • Museum-quality natural history displays
  • Educational palaeontology and evolution collections
  • Unique and unusual prehistoric gifts

A rare opportunity to own an authentic Loligosepia bucklandi fossil from the legendary Lower Lias of Lyme Regis, preserved from an ancient Jurassic sea nearly 200 million years ago, accompanied by a hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

 

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

United Kingdom

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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