Description
Parkinsonia (Garantiana) longidens Fossil Ammonite – Upper Bajocian, Jurassic – West Bay, Burton Bradstock, UK
About the Fossil:
This exceptionally preserved Parkinsonia (Garantiana) longidens ammonite fossil originates from the Upper Bajocian stage of the Middle Jurassic (~170-168 million years ago) and was discovered in West Bay, Burton Bradstock, United Kingdom. Parkinsonia is a genus of evolute ammonites, known for their ornate ribbing, well-defined whorls, and intricate suture patterns, making them highly desirable for collectors and researchers.
During the Middle Jurassic, ammonites like Parkinsonia (Garantiana) longidens thrived in shallow marine environments, playing a crucial role in prehistoric marine ecosystems. The Upper Bajocian deposits of West Bay, Burton Bradstock, are renowned for their ammonite-rich formations, providing essential paleontological insights into the Jurassic period.
Geology & Formation:
- Geological Age: Upper Bajocian, Middle Jurassic (~170-168 million years ago)
- Formation: Inferior Oolite Formation
- Location: West Bay, Burton Bradstock, United Kingdom
- Preservation: Outstanding fossilization with sharp ribbing, well-defined growth lines, and detailed suture patterns
Why This Fossil?
✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
✔ Highly Collectible & Rare – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection
✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts
✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing
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