Rare: adskinsia bosquensis fossil nautilus – albian, cretaceous – sevenoaks, kent, uk – coa

Description

This is a rare and well-preserved Adskinsia bosquensis fossil nautilus from the Albian Stage of the Lower Cretaceous (~110 million years ago). It was discovered in Greatness Lane, Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom, a classic fossil locality known for its marine Cretaceous deposits.

Adskinsia bosquensis is a nautiloid cephalopod with a characteristic coiled shell that is relatively smooth, unlike ammonites which exhibit intricate suture patterns. This species lived in the warm, shallow seas of the Cretaceous period, preying on smaller marine organisms.

Geological Information:

• Species: Adskinsia bosquensis
• Age: Lower Cretaceous (~110 million years ago)
• Stage: Albian
• Formation: Cretaceous Chalk Deposits
• Location: Greatness Lane, Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom
• Depositional Environment: Shallow marine seabed

Fossil Features:

✔ Well-defined nautilus shell structure

✔ Clear preservation of growth lines and coiling pattern

✔ Authentic fossil from a significant Cretaceous site

✔ Ideal for collectors, museum displays, and educational study

Additional Information:

All fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm – Please refer to the photos for accurate sizing.

This Adskinsia bosquensis fossil nautilus is a rare and scientifically valuable specimen, providing insight into Cretaceous marine ecosystems and the evolution of cephalopods. An excellent addition to any fossil collection!