Description
Baculites Anceps Fossil Ammonite
This listing features a rare Baculites anceps fossil ammonite, identified with the geological context Cenomanian, Cretaceous, and associated with GAP, France. The specimen is part of the Alice Purnell Collection, making it an appealing addition for fossil collectors, ammonite enthusiasts, palaeontology students and displays focused on Cretaceous marine life.
Identification and Geological Context
Baculites is a well-known group of ammonites distinguished by its strongly elongated, straight or near-straight shell form. Although ammonites are commonly associated with coiled shells, Baculites demonstrates the remarkable range of shell shapes that evolved within this ancient cephalopod group. Baculites anceps belongs to the Cretaceous fossil record and is specifically identified here as Cenomanian in age.
The Cenomanian is an important stage of the Cretaceous Period and forms part of the Upper Cretaceous sequence. Fossils from this interval are of interest because they document marine ecosystems and the changing diversity of ammonites during the Cretaceous. Baculites fossils are particularly valued for their distinctive morphology and their relevance to the study of ammonite evolution, taxonomy and stratigraphy.
Collector Interest
This Baculites anceps fossil offers strong visual and educational appeal through its distinctive ammonite identification and documented Cenomanian, Cretaceous association. It is suitable for a fossil cabinet, geological teaching collection, natural history display or ammonite-themed presentation. The GAP, France locality provides an important geographical context for the specimen and adds to its interest for collectors who organise fossils by region, geological period or taxonomic group.
The specimen is presented as part of the Alice Purnell Collection. Collectors may appreciate its combination of a named fossil identification, recognised Cretaceous geological age and French locality association. It also provides an engaging example of how ammonite fossils can be studied not only as attractive natural history objects, but also as evidence of ancient biodiversity and changing shell forms.
Certificate and Photograph Information
This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.
The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.
Full sizing is shown in the photographs.
The accompanying certificate wording provides documentation for the specimen, while the photographs allow the actual fossil being offered to be viewed before purchase. Please refer closely to the images for the complete presentation and scale information.
Display and Educational Use
Baculites anceps is an excellent subject for introducing the diversity of ammonites and the geological history of the Cretaceous. Its association with the Cenomanian stage makes it relevant to displays about Upper Cretaceous fossils, marine palaeontology and fossil collecting in France. Whether displayed as part of a personal collection or used as a conversation piece, this specimen connects a named fossil taxon with a specific geological interval and locality.
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