Polymorphites Golden Pyrite Ammonite Fossil Black Ven Marls Jurassic Coast UK

Description

Polymorphites Golden Pyrite Ammonite Fossil

Fossil Identification

This specimen is identified as a Polymorphites golden pyrite ammonite fossil. Ammonites are extinct marine cephalopods recognised for their coiled shell form, and they are among the most sought-after fossils for collectors interested in palaeontology, natural history and Jurassic geology. The golden pyrite character gives this fossil an attractive metallic appearance, contrasting with the darker surrounding material associated with its source locality.

Geological Setting

The specimen comes from the Black Ven Marls of the Lower Lias, within the Jurassic Coast at Stonebarrow Cliff, Charmouth, Lyme Regis, Dorset, UK. The Jurassic Coast is internationally recognised for its exposed geological record and fossil-bearing coastal strata. The Lower Lias forms part of the Jurassic succession, making this specimen an appealing addition for collectors who value fossils connected with clearly identified geological horizons and classic British collecting localities.

Collector Appeal

Polymorphites ammonites are popular display fossils because their coiled form represents an important group of extinct marine animals and provides a direct connection to Jurassic palaeontology. A specimen associated with the Black Ven Marls and Jurassic Coast offers strong educational and collecting interest, particularly for anyone building a collection focused on British fossils, Dorset geology, Lyme Regis material or the Lower Lias.

The combination of the named Polymorphites identification, golden pyrite appearance and documented source locality makes this a distinctive specimen for a fossil cabinet, geology display, classroom collection or natural history enthusiast. It can also serve as an engaging conversation piece for visitors interested in ammonites, Jurassic rocks and the fossil heritage of the Dorset coast.

Locality Details

Black Ven Marls, Lower Lias, Jurassic Coast: Stonebarrow Cliff, Charmouth, LYME REGIS, Dorset, UK. These locality details are supplied with the specimen and connect it to one of the best-known fossil areas in Britain. The locality information is especially useful to collectors who catalogue specimens by geological unit and collecting area.

Authenticity and Preparation

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

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

This Polymorphites golden pyrite ammonite fossil is suited to collectors of ammonites, Jurassic fossils, pyrite fossils, Dorset specimens, Lyme Regis geology and Jurassic Coast natural history. Its named geological setting and preparation history provide useful context for display, study and collection cataloguing.