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RARE 3″ Ceratites Laevigatus Fossil Ammonite – Middle Triassic, Frankonia, Germany – 100% Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity
£60.00
This Ceratites laevigatus fossil ammonite is an exceptional specimen from the Middle Triassic period, discovered in the Frankonia region of Germany. The Ceratites genus is well-known for its smooth, coiled shells, and Ceratites laevigatus is no exception, making it a prized fossil for collectors and paleontologists alike. This ammonite offers a unique insight into the marine life of the Triassic period, showcasing its elegant and distinctive features.
Geological Information:
Geological Stage: Middle Triassic (Approximately 247 to 237 million years ago)
Depositional Environment: During the Middle Triassic, the Frankonia region was a shallow marine environment that allowed for the preservation of Ceratites ammonites. The Middle Triassic was a period of recovery following the Permian-Triassic mass extinction, and the oceans were slowly being recolonized by life forms, including these remarkable ammonites.
Biozone: Fossils from the Middle Triassic biozone provide important insights into the recovery of marine life after one of Earth’s largest extinction events. The Ceratites genus thrived during this period, contributing significantly to the marine ecosystems that shaped the future of ammonites.
Fossil Features:
Family: Ceratitidae
Super Family: Ammonoidea
Order: Ammonitida
Morphology: The Ceratites laevigatus ammonite features a smooth, coiled shell with minimal ribbing, which is a distinguishing characteristic of this species. The shell has a circular cross-section, with slight involution and a well-defined suture pattern. Its smooth surface makes it a particularly attractive and desirable specimen.
Zone: Found in the Middle Triassic zone, this fossil offers valuable context in understanding the evolution and diversification of ammonites during the Triassic period.
Notable Details:
This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its authenticity and value.
The specimen has been carefully selected for its high-quality preservation. The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive, offering full transparency in your purchase.
Scale Rule: The scale cube in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to accurately gauge the size of the fossil. Full sizing details are provided in the photograph.
Condition:
This Ceratites laevigatus fossil ammonite is in excellent condition, showcasing its smooth, well-preserved shell. The fossil has been carefully cleaned and treated for display, making it an ideal addition to any Triassic ammonite collection or for anyone interested in the marine life of the Middle Triassic period.
This Ceratites laevigatus fossil ammonite is an exceptional specimen from the Middle Triassic period, discovered in the Frankonia region of Germany. The Ceratites genus is well-known for its smooth, coiled shells, and Ceratites laevigatus is no exception, making it a prized fossil for collectors and paleontologists alike. This ammonite offers a unique insight into the marine life of the Triassic period, showcasing its elegant and distinctive features.
Geological Information:
Geological Stage: Middle Triassic (Approximately 247 to 237 million years ago)
Depositional Environment: During the Middle Triassic, the Frankonia region was a shallow marine environment that allowed for the preservation of Ceratites ammonites. The Middle Triassic was a period of recovery following the Permian-Triassic mass extinction, and the oceans were slowly being recolonized by life forms, including these remarkable ammonites.
Biozone: Fossils from the Middle Triassic biozone provide important insights into the recovery of marine life after one of Earth’s largest extinction events. The Ceratites genus thrived during this period, contributing significantly to the marine ecosystems that shaped the future of ammonites.
Fossil Features:
Family: Ceratitidae
Super Family: Ammonoidea
Order: Ammonitida
Morphology: The Ceratites laevigatus ammonite features a smooth, coiled shell with minimal ribbing, which is a distinguishing characteristic of this species. The shell has a circular cross-section, with slight involution and a well-defined suture pattern. Its smooth surface makes it a particularly attractive and desirable specimen.
Zone: Found in the Middle Triassic zone, this fossil offers valuable context in understanding the evolution and diversification of ammonites during the Triassic period.
Notable Details:
This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its authenticity and value.
The specimen has been carefully selected for its high-quality preservation. The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive, offering full transparency in your purchase.
Scale Rule: The scale cube in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to accurately gauge the size of the fossil. Full sizing details are provided in the photograph.
Condition:
This Ceratites laevigatus fossil ammonite is in excellent condition, showcasing its smooth, well-preserved shell. The fossil has been carefully cleaned and treated for display, making it an ideal addition to any Triassic ammonite collection or for anyone interested in the marine life of the Middle Triassic period.
Additional information
Era
Triassic
Origin
Germany
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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