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Prionolobus ammonite fossil – lower triassic – lozère, france

Prionolobus ammonite fossil – lower triassic – lozère, france

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Authentic Prionolobus Ammonite Fossil – Lower Triassic – Lozère, France

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Prionolobus ammonite fossil originates from the Lower Triassic period (~252-247 million years ago) and was discovered in Lozère, France. Prionolobus is a genus of early ammonites, representing some of the first cephalopods to emerge after the Permian-Triassic mass extinction, which was the most significant extinction event in Earth’s history.

These ammonites thrived in early Mesozoic seas, playing an important role in the post-extinction recovery of marine ecosystems. The shell of Prionolobus is characterized by its ribbed structure and coiled design, which provided buoyancy control and protection from predators.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Lower Triassic (~252-247 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits
  • Location: Lozère, France
  • Preservation: Exceptional fossilization with detailed ribbing and shell structure

Why This Fossil?

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

✔ 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!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

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Authentic Prionolobus Ammonite Fossil – Lower Triassic – Lozère, France

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Prionolobus ammonite fossil originates from the Lower Triassic period (~252-247 million years ago) and was discovered in Lozère, France. Prionolobus is a genus of early ammonites, representing some of the first cephalopods to emerge after the Permian-Triassic mass extinction, which was the most significant extinction event in Earth’s history.

These ammonites thrived in early Mesozoic seas, playing an important role in the post-extinction recovery of marine ecosystems. The shell of Prionolobus is characterized by its ribbed structure and coiled design, which provided buoyancy control and protection from predators.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Lower Triassic (~252-247 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits
  • Location: Lozère, France
  • Preservation: Exceptional fossilization with detailed ribbing and shell structure

Why This Fossil?

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

✔ 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!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

Additional information

Era

Triassic
Origin

France

Triassic Information

The Triassic Period (252–201 million years ago) marked the beginning of the Mesozoic Era, following the Permian-Triassic mass extinction, the most severe extinction event in Earth's history. The climate was hot and dry, with vast deserts and little polar ice. Life slowly recovered, leading to the rise of the first dinosaurs, pterosaurs (flying reptiles), and early mammals. Reptiles, including large archosaurs (ancestors of crocodiles and dinosaurs), dominated both land and sea. In the oceans, ichthyosaurs and plesiosaurs thrived alongside ammonites and early coral reefs. The first true conifers and ginkgo trees spread across the land. The period ended with another mass extinction, paving the way for the Jurassic and the golden age of dinosaurs.

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