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Parkinsonia parkinsoni Fossil Ammonite, Inferior Oolite Jurassic Coast Dorset UK | Genuine Specimen Certificate

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Parkinsonia parkinsoni Fossil Ammonite – Inferior Oolite, Jurassic Coast – Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK

About the Fossil:

This exquisite Parkinsonia parkinsoni ammonite fossil comes from the Inferior Oolite formation of the Middle Jurassic (~174-170 million years ago) and was discovered along the Jurassic Coast in Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK. Parkinsonia is a genus of ammonites known for its widely spaced ribbing, deep whorls, and intricate suture patterns, making it a highly sought-after specimen for collectors and paleontology enthusiasts alike.

This particular specimen was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison, on 17 January 2025 and has been meticulously cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison to ensure its structural integrity and aesthetic appeal.

Ammonites like Parkinsonia parkinsoni thrived in the warm, shallow seas of the Jurassic period, serving as an essential part of the marine ecosystem. The Inferior Oolite limestone of Dorset is world-famous for yielding remarkably well-preserved marine fossils, offering invaluable insights into the prehistoric ocean life of the Middle Jurassic.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Middle Jurassic (~174-170 million years ago)
  • Formation: Inferior Oolite
  • Location: Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK
  • Preservation: Excellent fossilization with distinct ribbing, chamber structures, and well-defined suture lines

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Unique Discovery – Found by our team members, Alister and Alison, on 17 January 2025

✔ Expertly Prepared – Cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison

✔ Rare & Highly Collectible – 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

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

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Description

Fossil Identification

This listing presents a Parkinsonia parkinsoni fossil ammonite associated with the Inferior Oolite and the Jurassic Coast of Dorset, UK. Parkinsonia parkinsoni is a named ammonite fossil, making this an appealing specimen for collectors interested in Jurassic palaeontology, British geology and marine fossil heritage.

Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods with coiled, chambered shells. Their fossils are valued for their importance in understanding ancient marine environments and for the distinctive forms created by their spiral shells. Parkinsonia is a recognised ammonite genus from the Jurassic, and the species name Parkinsonia parkinsoni provides a specific identification for this fossil specimen.

Geological Setting

The Inferior Oolite is a Jurassic rock unit associated with the geology of southern England. The Jurassic Coast is internationally recognised for its exposed sequence of rocks and fossils along the Dorset and Devon coastline. Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK, is supplied as the location associated with this specimen, placing it within a notable area for British geological collecting and fossil study.

The combination of a named ammonite identification, Inferior Oolite association and Dorset Jurassic Coast context gives this piece strong educational and display appeal. It can be used to support learning about ammonites, Jurassic marine life, fossil preservation and the geological history of southern England.

Collector and Display Appeal

This Parkinsonia parkinsoni fossil is suitable for ammonite collectors, fossil enthusiasts, geology students, educators and anyone interested in natural history. It offers a tangible connection to Jurassic marine ecosystems and to the fossil-bearing rocks of the English coast. Displayed in a home collection, study, classroom or cabinet, it can serve as both a decorative natural-history object and a conversation piece.

The photographs provide the visual reference for the specimen offered in this listing. Full sizing is shown in the photographs. The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Specimen Preparation

Your specimen was discovered by our own team members, Alister and Alison, and has been cleaned, prepped and treated by Alison.

Certificate of Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

Please review the photographs for the specimen’s appearance and full sizing information. The fossil is offered as a named Parkinsonia parkinsoni ammonite with an Inferior Oolite and Jurassic Coast association from Dorset, UK, making it a distinctive addition to a collection focused on fossils, ammonites, Jurassic geology or British natural history.

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