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RARE Argoniatites Vanuxemi Fossil Goniatite – Devonian, Tazlit Errachidia, Morocco – 100% Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity
£24.00
This Argoniatites vanuxemi fossil goniatite is a rare and exceptional specimen from the Devonian period, discovered in the Tazlit Errachidia region of Morocco. Argoniatites is an extinct genus of goniatites, a group of ammonoid cephalopods. This goniatite offers an outstanding example of the genus, showcasing its intricate, coiled shell and prominent ribbing. Fossils like this are highly prized by collectors for their beauty and geological significance.
Geological Information:
Geological Stage: Devonian (Approximately 419 to 359 million years ago)
Depositional Environment: The Devonian period was marked by the development of marine life, with goniatites being one of the prominent cephalopod groups during this time. The Tazlit Errachidia region of Morocco was once a shallow marine environment, which allowed for the excellent preservation of ammonoid fossils such as Argoniatites vanuxemi. The region is renowned for its fossil-rich deposits, providing insight into marine ecosystems of the Devonian seas.
Biozone: Fossils from this period are classified into various biozones based on the stratigraphic layers they are found in. The Devonian biozone is crucial for understanding the evolution of marine life during this time, including the diversification of ammonoids.
Fossil Features:
Family: Goniatitidae
Super Family: Goniatoidea
Order: Goniatitida
Morphology: The Argoniatites vanuxemi is a coiled, symmetrical goniatite with distinct ribbing along its shell. Its intricate, smooth whorls and prominent sutures make it a standout example of a Devonian ammonoid. The preservation of its structure is exceptional, highlighting the fine details of the shell’s ridges and suture lines.
Zone: The fossil belongs to the Devonian marine zone, known for a variety of ancient marine life, including goniatites like Argoniatites.
Notable Details:
This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its provenance and authenticity.
The specimen has been carefully selected for its superb preservation. The photo provided shows the actual fossil you will receive, and the size is accurately represented by the scale cube, which measures 1cm.
Scale Rule: The scale cube in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to gauge the size of the fossil accurately. For full size details, please see the photo.
Condition:
The Argoniatites vanuxemi fossil goniatite is in excellent condition, preserving the unique details of its coiled structure and ribbing. This fossil has been cleaned and treated with care to maintain its authenticity and beauty, making it an ideal addition to any Devonian fossil collection or goniatite enthusiast’s collection.
This Argoniatites vanuxemi fossil goniatite is a rare and exceptional specimen from the Devonian period, discovered in the Tazlit Errachidia region of Morocco. Argoniatites is an extinct genus of goniatites, a group of ammonoid cephalopods. This goniatite offers an outstanding example of the genus, showcasing its intricate, coiled shell and prominent ribbing. Fossils like this are highly prized by collectors for their beauty and geological significance.
Geological Information:
Geological Stage: Devonian (Approximately 419 to 359 million years ago)
Depositional Environment: The Devonian period was marked by the development of marine life, with goniatites being one of the prominent cephalopod groups during this time. The Tazlit Errachidia region of Morocco was once a shallow marine environment, which allowed for the excellent preservation of ammonoid fossils such as Argoniatites vanuxemi. The region is renowned for its fossil-rich deposits, providing insight into marine ecosystems of the Devonian seas.
Biozone: Fossils from this period are classified into various biozones based on the stratigraphic layers they are found in. The Devonian biozone is crucial for understanding the evolution of marine life during this time, including the diversification of ammonoids.
Fossil Features:
Family: Goniatitidae
Super Family: Goniatoidea
Order: Goniatitida
Morphology: The Argoniatites vanuxemi is a coiled, symmetrical goniatite with distinct ribbing along its shell. Its intricate, smooth whorls and prominent sutures make it a standout example of a Devonian ammonoid. The preservation of its structure is exceptional, highlighting the fine details of the shell’s ridges and suture lines.
Zone: The fossil belongs to the Devonian marine zone, known for a variety of ancient marine life, including goniatites like Argoniatites.
Notable Details:
This fossil is 100% GENUINE and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its provenance and authenticity.
The specimen has been carefully selected for its superb preservation. The photo provided shows the actual fossil you will receive, and the size is accurately represented by the scale cube, which measures 1cm.
Scale Rule: The scale cube in the photo represents 1cm, allowing you to gauge the size of the fossil accurately. For full size details, please see the photo.
Condition:
The Argoniatites vanuxemi fossil goniatite is in excellent condition, preserving the unique details of its coiled structure and ribbing. This fossil has been cleaned and treated with care to maintain its authenticity and beauty, making it an ideal addition to any Devonian fossil collection or goniatite enthusiast’s collection.
Additional information
Era
Devonian
Origin
Morocco
Devonian Information
The Devonian Period (419–359 million years ago), known as the "Age of Fishes," was a time of major evolutionary advances in both marine and terrestrial life. The oceans were dominated by armored placoderm fish, early sharks, and lobe-finned fish like Tiktaalik, which had features that helped vertebrates transition to land. Coral reefs flourished, and ammonites became more diverse. On land, the first forests appeared, with early trees like Archaeopteris, leading to a drop in atmospheric carbon dioxide and climate cooling. The first tetrapods (four-legged vertebrates) began evolving from fish, marking a critical step in the evolution of amphibians. The period ended with the Devonian extinction, likely caused by ocean anoxia and climate shifts, wiping out many marine species and reshaping ecosystems.
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