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Rare 19in Parapuzosia Austinoceras Austini Ammonite Fossil Turonian Cretaceous UK White Horse Chalk Pit, Westbury Wilts Purnell Collection
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Rare 19in Parapuzosia Austinoceras Austini Ammonite Fossil Turonian Cretaceous UK White Horse Chalk Pit, Westbury Wilts Purnell Collection

£180.00

This is a rare and impressive 19-inch Parapuzosia austinoceras austini ammonite fossil, from the Turonian stage of the Late Cretaceous period, discovered in White Horse Chalk Pit, Westbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. Parapuzosia is one of the largest genera of ammonites, known for its distinctive size and coiling structure.

This ammonite represents an important species in Cretaceous marine ecosystems, demonstrating the remarkable diversity of cephalopods during this period. Well-preserved examples from the UK are exceptionally rare, making this a valuable specimen for collectors and researchers alike.

Geological Information:

  • Formation: Upper Chalk Group
  • Stage: Turonian (~94-89 million years old)
  • Location: White Horse Chalk Pit, Westbury, Wiltshire, UK
  • Depositional Environment: Warm, shallow marine carbonate deposits

Fossil Characteristics:

  • Large, thickly coiled shell with pronounced ribbing
  • Distinctive evolute whorl structure with clear growth lines
  • Exceptional preservation in Cretaceous chalk matrix
  • Highly sought-after ammonite species from a historically significant fossil site

Key Features:

  • Authentic Parapuzosia austinoceras austini ammonite fossil
  • Impressive 19-inch specimen showcasing detailed shell features
  • From the Alice Purnell Collection
  • 100% genuine specimen with Certificate of Authenticity

Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm – Please refer to the photos for accurate sizing.

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Description

Identification

This listing presents a rare 19-inch ammonite fossil identified as Parapuzosia Austinoceras Austini. The supplied geological identification is Turonian, Cretaceous, placing this fossil within the Cretaceous Period and the Turonian stage. Its large format makes it an appealing display piece for fossil collectors, ammonite enthusiasts, natural-history interiors and educational collections.

Geological Context

Ammonites were extinct marine cephalopods known for their coiled shells and extensive fossil record. They are important to palaeontology because different ammonite forms can help researchers understand changes through geological time. The Turonian forms part of the Cretaceous Period, a major interval in Earth’s history represented by marine sediments and fossil-bearing deposits in many parts of the world.

The locality supplied for this specimen is White Horse Chalk Pit, Westbury Wilts, United Kingdom. The combination of the stated ammonite identification, Turonian Cretaceous age and United Kingdom locality gives this fossil strong geological interest for collectors who value labelled specimens with a defined context.

Collection Information

From the Alice Purnell Collection

This piece is suited to a dedicated ammonite display, a teaching collection or a carefully curated fossil cabinet. Its substantial 19-inch presentation allows the specimen to be appreciated as a prominent natural-history object rather than a small study fossil. The identification and geological details make it especially suitable for collectors researching Cretaceous ammonites and fossils associated with the Turonian stage.

Specimen and Photograph Details

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the photographs closely for the overall presentation, visible features and scale of this individual fossil. The images are provided to represent the actual item offered in this listing, making them an important part of the specimen description.

Certificate of Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

The included certificate provides accompanying documentation for this genuine fossil specimen and is supplied as part of the purchase. Together with the stated identification, Turonian Cretaceous context, White Horse Chalk Pit locality and Alice Purnell Collection note, it forms an informative record for display and collecting purposes.

Collector Appeal

Parapuzosia Austinoceras Austini, the Turonian Cretaceous identification and the White Horse Chalk Pit, Westbury Wilts locality combine to create a distinctive catalogue entry for an ammonite collection. This fossil can complement other Cretaceous specimens, ammonite displays and geology-themed interiors while also offering a useful talking point about marine life and fossil preservation through deep geological time.

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm

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