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Peltoceras athletica Fossil Ammonite – Upper Callovian Stage, Jurassic – Maine-et-Loire, France - Alice Purnell Collection

Peltoceras athletica Fossil Ammonite – Upper Callovian Stage, Jurassic – Maine-et-Loire, France – Alice Purnell Collection

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Available for purchase is a fine Peltoceras athletica fossil ammonite, dating to the Upper Callovian Stage of the Middle Jurassic Period (approximately 164.7 to 161.2 million years ago). This fossil was found in Maine-et-Loire, France, a classic locality known for producing outstanding Jurassic marine fossils.

Peltoceras belongs to the family Perisphinctidae and is characterised by its intricately ribbed shell with strong ornamentation. These ammonites were free-swimming marine cephalopods, closely related to modern squids and octopuses, and they thrived in the warm seas that covered much of Europe during the Jurassic.

This specimen comes from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, guaranteeing high-quality selection, authenticity, and excellent preservation. The photo shown is of the actual specimen you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube for size reference.

Each fossil includes a Certificate of Authenticity, providing assurance of its genuine nature and provenance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Peltoceras athletica
  • Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Age: Upper Callovian Stage, Jurassic Period (~164.7–161.2 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Maine-et-Loire, France
  • Size: See the photo with 1cm scale cube for full sizing
  • Authenticity: 100% Genuine Fossil – Certificate of Authenticity Included
  • Photo: Shows the exact fossil specimen you will receive

Scientific and Collector Significance: Peltoceras athletica is significant both scientifically and aesthetically. It serves as an important index fossil for dating Upper Callovian marine strata and illustrates the diversity of Jurassic ammonite forms. Its detailed ribbing and shell features make it a favourite among fossil collectors and paleontologists.

Ideal for serious fossil collections, educational use, or as a stunning natural history display piece, this authentic Peltoceras athletica ammonite is a remarkable representation of Jurassic marine life.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fast and Secure Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packaged for worldwide delivery.

Own a real piece of Jurassic history with this exceptional Peltoceras athletica fossil!

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Available for purchase is a fine Peltoceras athletica fossil ammonite, dating to the Upper Callovian Stage of the Middle Jurassic Period (approximately 164.7 to 161.2 million years ago). This fossil was found in Maine-et-Loire, France, a classic locality known for producing outstanding Jurassic marine fossils.

Peltoceras belongs to the family Perisphinctidae and is characterised by its intricately ribbed shell with strong ornamentation. These ammonites were free-swimming marine cephalopods, closely related to modern squids and octopuses, and they thrived in the warm seas that covered much of Europe during the Jurassic.

This specimen comes from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, guaranteeing high-quality selection, authenticity, and excellent preservation. The photo shown is of the actual specimen you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube for size reference.

Each fossil includes a Certificate of Authenticity, providing assurance of its genuine nature and provenance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Peltoceras athletica
  • Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Age: Upper Callovian Stage, Jurassic Period (~164.7–161.2 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Maine-et-Loire, France
  • Size: See the photo with 1cm scale cube for full sizing
  • Authenticity: 100% Genuine Fossil – Certificate of Authenticity Included
  • Photo: Shows the exact fossil specimen you will receive

Scientific and Collector Significance: Peltoceras athletica is significant both scientifically and aesthetically. It serves as an important index fossil for dating Upper Callovian marine strata and illustrates the diversity of Jurassic ammonite forms. Its detailed ribbing and shell features make it a favourite among fossil collectors and paleontologists.

Ideal for serious fossil collections, educational use, or as a stunning natural history display piece, this authentic Peltoceras athletica ammonite is a remarkable representation of Jurassic marine life.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fast and Secure Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packaged for worldwide delivery.

Own a real piece of Jurassic history with this exceptional Peltoceras athletica fossil!

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

France

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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