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Morphoceras multiforme Fossil Ammonite Middle Bajocian Jurassic Dorset UK Genuine Burton Bradstock Ammonite with COA

Morphoceras multiforme Fossil Ammonite Middle Bajocian Jurassic Dorset UK Genuine Burton Bradstock Ammonite with COA

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Authentic Morphoceras multiforme Fossil Ammonite

This specimen is a superbly preserved Morphoceras multiforme ammonite fossil from the Middle Bajocian stage of the Jurassic period, collected on the Dorset Coast at Burton Bradstock, United Kingdom. With its finely ribbed shell and distinctive morphology, this ammonite is both a scientifically significant fossil and an attractive display specimen. The photographs show the exact piece you will receive, with a 1 cm scale cube and rule squares for size reference. Every specimen is 100% genuine and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Context – Middle Bajocian, Jurassic Coast

The Bajocian stage spans approximately 170.3 to 168.3 million years ago and represents part of the Middle Jurassic. During this time, southern England was covered by warm shallow seas rich in marine life. The Dorset Coast, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most famous fossil localities in the world and provides unparalleled access to Jurassic strata. The Burton Bradstock area, in particular, is renowned for yielding ammonites from the Inferior Oolite and associated deposits, where fossil-rich limestones and sandstones preserve an abundance of marine organisms, including brachiopods, echinoids, and ammonites such as Morphoceras.

Species Overview – Morphoceras multiforme

The genus Morphoceras, and specifically the species Morphoceras multiforme, belongs to the family Graphoceratidae within the order Ammonitida and the superfamily Hildoceratoidea. This ammonite is a key index fossil of the Middle Bajocian, particularly associated with the Garantiana Zone. Its presence helps palaeontologists date Jurassic rock layers with precision and correlate strata across Europe. The species is noted for its elegant coiling and ribbing patterns, which are highly diagnostic and easily distinguished from other ammonites of the same age.

Morphological Features

Morphoceras multiforme is characterised by its compressed, involute shell with strongly defined, bifurcating ribs that run from the inner whorls to the outer edge. The ribs often split midway across the flanks, creating a branching effect that adds to the ammonite’s visual appeal. The venter (outer shell margin) is narrow and sharply defined, another hallmark of the species. This specimen clearly displays these features, allowing collectors to appreciate both its scientific and aesthetic qualities. The fine preservation highlights the growth lines and ribbing that made this ammonite a highly effective stratigraphic marker in Jurassic geology.

Scientific and Collectible Value

As a zone fossil of the Middle Bajocian, Morphoceras multiforme is of immense stratigraphic significance. Its consistent presence across Jurassic outcrops has made it one of the most reliable ammonites for dating rock sequences. For collectors, this fossil combines beauty, rarity, and scientific value, making it a desirable specimen. The ribbing and involute shell form make it a particularly attractive display piece, while its importance in biostratigraphy ensures its place in both private collections and academic study.

Provenance and Guarantee

This ammonite was collected from Burton Bradstock on the Dorset Coast, part of the world-renowned Jurassic Coast of England. It has been carefully selected for its preservation, diagnostic features, and display quality. As with all of our specimens, it is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, confirming that it is a genuine fossil. The exact specimen pictured in the photographs is the one you will receive.

A Rare Jurassic Ammonite from Dorset

This Morphoceras multiforme ammonite from the Middle Bajocian of Burton Bradstock is an exceptional specimen, combining aesthetic appeal with scientific importance. Its clear ribbing, stratigraphic value, and provenance from one of the most famous fossil localities in the world make it an outstanding addition to any fossil collection.

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Authentic Morphoceras multiforme Fossil Ammonite

This specimen is a superbly preserved Morphoceras multiforme ammonite fossil from the Middle Bajocian stage of the Jurassic period, collected on the Dorset Coast at Burton Bradstock, United Kingdom. With its finely ribbed shell and distinctive morphology, this ammonite is both a scientifically significant fossil and an attractive display specimen. The photographs show the exact piece you will receive, with a 1 cm scale cube and rule squares for size reference. Every specimen is 100% genuine and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Context – Middle Bajocian, Jurassic Coast

The Bajocian stage spans approximately 170.3 to 168.3 million years ago and represents part of the Middle Jurassic. During this time, southern England was covered by warm shallow seas rich in marine life. The Dorset Coast, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most famous fossil localities in the world and provides unparalleled access to Jurassic strata. The Burton Bradstock area, in particular, is renowned for yielding ammonites from the Inferior Oolite and associated deposits, where fossil-rich limestones and sandstones preserve an abundance of marine organisms, including brachiopods, echinoids, and ammonites such as Morphoceras.

Species Overview – Morphoceras multiforme

The genus Morphoceras, and specifically the species Morphoceras multiforme, belongs to the family Graphoceratidae within the order Ammonitida and the superfamily Hildoceratoidea. This ammonite is a key index fossil of the Middle Bajocian, particularly associated with the Garantiana Zone. Its presence helps palaeontologists date Jurassic rock layers with precision and correlate strata across Europe. The species is noted for its elegant coiling and ribbing patterns, which are highly diagnostic and easily distinguished from other ammonites of the same age.

Morphological Features

Morphoceras multiforme is characterised by its compressed, involute shell with strongly defined, bifurcating ribs that run from the inner whorls to the outer edge. The ribs often split midway across the flanks, creating a branching effect that adds to the ammonite’s visual appeal. The venter (outer shell margin) is narrow and sharply defined, another hallmark of the species. This specimen clearly displays these features, allowing collectors to appreciate both its scientific and aesthetic qualities. The fine preservation highlights the growth lines and ribbing that made this ammonite a highly effective stratigraphic marker in Jurassic geology.

Scientific and Collectible Value

As a zone fossil of the Middle Bajocian, Morphoceras multiforme is of immense stratigraphic significance. Its consistent presence across Jurassic outcrops has made it one of the most reliable ammonites for dating rock sequences. For collectors, this fossil combines beauty, rarity, and scientific value, making it a desirable specimen. The ribbing and involute shell form make it a particularly attractive display piece, while its importance in biostratigraphy ensures its place in both private collections and academic study.

Provenance and Guarantee

This ammonite was collected from Burton Bradstock on the Dorset Coast, part of the world-renowned Jurassic Coast of England. It has been carefully selected for its preservation, diagnostic features, and display quality. As with all of our specimens, it is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, confirming that it is a genuine fossil. The exact specimen pictured in the photographs is the one you will receive.

A Rare Jurassic Ammonite from Dorset

This Morphoceras multiforme ammonite from the Middle Bajocian of Burton Bradstock is an exceptional specimen, combining aesthetic appeal with scientific importance. Its clear ribbing, stratigraphic value, and provenance from one of the most famous fossil localities in the world make it an outstanding addition to any fossil collection.

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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