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Lytoceras fossil ammonite - beacon limestone, jurassic, ilminster somerset uk - genuine specimen with certificate
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Lytoceras fossil ammonite – beacon limestone, jurassic, ilminster somerset uk – genuine specimen with certificate

Original price was: £18.00.Current price is: £16.20.

This listing features a superbly preserved Lytoceras fossil ammonite, discovered on 18 April 2025 by our expert fossil hunting team Alister and Alison at Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom. This elegant marine fossil has been carefully cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, revealing its graceful spiral and natural shell features.

Lytoceras is a genus of ammonites that lived during the Jurassic period, recognised by its smooth, involute whorls and flowing shell pattern. These cephalopods belonged to the Lytoceratidae family and thrived in open marine environments. Their fossils are typically found in limestone deposits like the Beacon Limestone Formation, which is renowned for its rich marine fossil assemblages.

You will receive the exact fossil specimen shown in the photos, displayed with a 1cm scale cube for accurate sizing.

Geological & Fossil Context:

  • Species: Lytoceras sp. (Ammonite)
  • Type: Fossilised marine cephalopod
  • Formation: Beacon Limestone
  • Location: Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom
  • Age: Jurassic (~201–174 million years ago)

Fossil Features:

  • Preservation: Excellent, with characteristic coiling and natural ornamentation
  • Preparation: Expertly cleaned and stabilised by Alison
  • Condition: Fully conserved, ready for display or academic use

Product Highlights:

  • 100% Genuine Fossil Ammonite
  • Discovered and prepared by Alister & Alison
  • Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • A striking specimen from one of Somerset’s most iconic Jurassic fossil sites

The Beacon Limestone at Ilminster is a classic British Jurassic locality, and this Lytoceras ammonite captures the elegance and detail of ancient marine life. Whether for study, display, or collection, this specimen is a timeless addition.

Please refer to the photos for exact scale and condition. The specimen shown is the one you will receive.

Own a beautifully preserved slice of prehistoric ocean life with this authentic Lytoceras fossil ammonite from Ilminster, Somerset.

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This listing features a superbly preserved Lytoceras fossil ammonite, discovered on 18 April 2025 by our expert fossil hunting team Alister and Alison at Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom. This elegant marine fossil has been carefully cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, revealing its graceful spiral and natural shell features.

Lytoceras is a genus of ammonites that lived during the Jurassic period, recognised by its smooth, involute whorls and flowing shell pattern. These cephalopods belonged to the Lytoceratidae family and thrived in open marine environments. Their fossils are typically found in limestone deposits like the Beacon Limestone Formation, which is renowned for its rich marine fossil assemblages.

You will receive the exact fossil specimen shown in the photos, displayed with a 1cm scale cube for accurate sizing.

Geological & Fossil Context:

  • Species: Lytoceras sp. (Ammonite)
  • Type: Fossilised marine cephalopod
  • Formation: Beacon Limestone
  • Location: Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom
  • Age: Jurassic (~201–174 million years ago)

Fossil Features:

  • Preservation: Excellent, with characteristic coiling and natural ornamentation
  • Preparation: Expertly cleaned and stabilised by Alison
  • Condition: Fully conserved, ready for display or academic use

Product Highlights:

  • 100% Genuine Fossil Ammonite
  • Discovered and prepared by Alister & Alison
  • Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • A striking specimen from one of Somerset’s most iconic Jurassic fossil sites

The Beacon Limestone at Ilminster is a classic British Jurassic locality, and this Lytoceras ammonite captures the elegance and detail of ancient marine life. Whether for study, display, or collection, this specimen is a timeless addition.

Please refer to the photos for exact scale and condition. The specimen shown is the one you will receive.

Own a beautifully preserved slice of prehistoric ocean life with this authentic Lytoceras fossil ammonite from Ilminster, Somerset.

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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