Description
Fossil Identification
This rare Baculites Bochianites Neocomianus fossil ammonite is identified as Upper Valanginian in age and belongs to the Cretaceous period. The specimen is associated with Italy and comes from the Alice Purnell Collection. Its named identification makes it an appealing addition for collectors of ammonites, Cretaceous fossils, palaeontology, and historic natural specimens.
Baculites and Ammonite Context
Baculites is a genus of extinct ammonite, a group of marine cephalopods related to other shelled ammonites and modern nautiluses. Baculites is especially notable within ammonite collecting because the genus is associated with a straight or near-straight shell form rather than the tightly coiled outline commonly linked with ammonite fossils. This distinctive morphology gives Baculites specimens strong visual and educational interest.
The Valanginian is an internationally recognised stage of the Early Cretaceous. It represents a significant interval in Earth history when marine environments supported diverse shelled cephalopods and other invertebrate life. A specimen identified as Upper Valanginian therefore provides a tangible connection to Cretaceous palaeontology and the geological history of ancient marine ecosystems. The identification Baculites Bochianites Neocomianus adds specialist interest for collectors who focus on named ammonite fossils and stratigraphically identified material.
Collector Interest
This fossil is suited to an ammonite collection, geological display, educational cabinet, or palaeontology-themed interior setting. Its combination of a named fossil identification, Upper Valanginian Cretaceous age, Italian association, and documented collection history makes it an interesting conversation piece for both established collectors and anyone beginning to explore fossilised marine life.
The Alice Purnell Collection
From the Alice Purnell Collection
Collection-associated specimens are valued not only for their fossil identity but also for the context provided by their collecting history. This piece offers an opportunity to own a named Cretaceous ammonite fossil connected with the Alice Purnell Collection.
Authenticity and Photography
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.
Sizing Information
Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please review the photographs carefully for the complete visual presentation and scale information before purchasing. The images are intended to show the specimen supplied with this listing, including its visible form and presentation.
Display and Educational Use
Baculites fossils are particularly useful for demonstrating how ammonite shells could develop very different forms while remaining part of the wider ammonite group. This specimen can support personal study of fossil identification, Cretaceous geology, stratigraphy, and the diversity of extinct marine cephalopods. It is suitable for display alongside other ammonites, Cretaceous fossils, geological specimens, and palaeontological reference material.
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