RARE 3.5″ Fossil Ammonite – Venezoliceras venezolens, Machay Formation, Albian, Cretaceous: Sacao, Peru – Genuine Specimen with COA

Description

RARE 3.5″ Fossil Ammonite – Venezoliceras venezolens

Geological Formation: Machay Formation

Geological Period: Albian, Cretaceous (~100 million years ago)

Location: Sacao, Peru

Certificate of Authenticity Included

Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm

Full sizing details in the photo

This Venezoliceras venezolens fossil ammonite is an exceptional specimen from the Albian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in the Machay Formation in Sacao, Peru. This ammonite is beautifully preserved, with a distinctive ribbed shell and remarkable suture patterns, making it an excellent example for both collectors and fossil enthusiasts.

Species and Morphology Information:

• Species: Venezoliceras venezolens
• Geological Age: Albian (~100 million years ago)
• Depositional Environment: This ammonite was deposited in a shallow marine environment that was typical of the Cretaceous seas. The Machay Formation is known for preserving a wide variety of marine life, including ammonites and other invertebrates, providing a window into ancient marine ecosystems.
• Morphology Features: The Venezoliceras genus is known for its large, spiraled shell, often exhibiting fine ribbing and distinct suture lines.
• Notable Features: This specimen is remarkable for its preserved ribbing, shell structure, and clearly visible suture patterns, making it a desirable piece for collectors and researchers alike.
• Family: Desmoceratidae
• Superfamily: Desmoceratoidea
• Order: Ammonitida
• Depositional Environment: The Machay Formation represents an ancient shallow marine environment, rich in Cretaceous period marine fauna. Fossils from this formation offer important insights into the marine biodiversity of that time.

Size and Visuals:

This Venezoliceras venezolens fossil ammonite measures approximately 3.5 inches (as shown in the photos). The scale rule in the image represents 1cm, and full-size details are provided through the photos.

Authenticity and Certification:

This Venezoliceras fossil ammonite is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The certificate verifies the Albian age and origin from the Machay Formation in Sacao, Peru.

Why Buy This Fossil:

• Genuine Fossil: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity verifying its Albian age and origin from Sacao, Peru.
• Rare and Collectible: This Venezoliceras fossil is a rare and unique specimen sought after by collectors for its distinctive appearance and historical significance.
• Perfect for Display: A beautiful display piece for any fossil collection, museum, or natural history enthusiast.
• Educational Value: Offers valuable insight into Cretaceous marine ecosystems and the evolution of ammonoids.

Note: The photo shown is of the actual specimen you will receive. The scale cube in the image represents 1cm, and full-size details are provided through the photos.