Description
For sale is a striking Pectinaites fossil ammonite, dating to the Upper Kimmeridgian stage of the Late Jurassic Period (approximately 155 to 152 million years ago). This specimen was discovered in Bishberg, Germany, a site known for preserving high-quality marine fossils from the Jurassic seas.
Pectinaites is a genus of ammonite distinguished by its moderately involute shell and finely ribbed or lightly ornamented surface. These creatures were free-swimming cephalopods, related to modern squid, octopuses, and cuttlefish, although they bore external spiral shells resembling those of today’s nautilus.
This fossil is part of the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, assuring superb quality, authenticity, and provenance. The photo shown is of the exact specimen you will receive, and a 1cm scale cube is included for full sizing clarity. All specimens come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Key Details:
- Species: Pectinaites
- Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
- Geological Period: Upper Kimmeridgian, Jurassic (~155–152 million years ago)
- Location Found: Bishberg, Germany
- Size: See photo (scale cube = 1cm)
- Authenticity: 100% Genuine Specimen – Certificate of Authenticity included
- Photo: The actual specimen you will receive
Scientific and Collector Importance: Ammonites like Pectinaites serve as excellent biostratigraphic markers, helping geologists correlate and date Jurassic marine sediments. Their elegant coiling and intricate structures also make them highly sought-after by collectors and researchers alike.
Whether you are looking to expand your scientific collection, enhance a display, or own a remarkable piece of prehistoric marine life, this Pectinaites fossil ammonite is a superb choice.
All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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Own a fascinating piece of Jurassic ocean history with this beautiful Pectinaites ammonite fossil!
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