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Rare: calymene blumenbachi trilobite fossil (dudley bug) tail - silurian, much wenlock limestone | dudley, uk | alice purnell collection

Rare: calymene blumenbachi trilobite fossil (dudley bug) tail – silurian, much wenlock limestone | dudley, uk | alice purnell collection

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Uncover a rare and iconic piece of Britain’s paleontological history with this Calymene blumenbachi trilobite fossil tail, commonly known as the “Dudley Bug”, from the Much Wenlock Limestone Formation of the Silurian Period, found at the famous Wren’s Nest in Dudley, West Midlands, UK. Known for its detailed segmentation and ability to enroll for protection, this trilobite has become a symbol of Dudley’s rich geological heritage.

Calymene blumenbachi thrived approximately 433.4 to 427.4 million years ago in shallow marine environments, where it crawled along the seafloor scavenging for food. Its distinctive, rounded exoskeleton and the ability to roll into a ball made it well-adapted for survival in its ancient ecosystem.

This rare specimen comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections globally. Carefully selected for its scientific value and historical importance, this fossil is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Information:

  • Species: Calymene blumenbachi
  • Type: Trilobite Fossil (Tail)
  • Age: Silurian Period (~433.4 – 427.4 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Wren’s Nest, Dudley, West Midlands, UK
  • Geological Formation: Much Wenlock Limestone Formation

Product Details:

  • Condition: 100% Genuine Fossil
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Included: Certificate of Authenticity
  • Sizing: Scale rule squares/cube = 1 cm (please refer to photos for full dimensions)

The provided photo shows the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency. This fossil makes a perfect addition to any paleontological collection, an excellent educational tool, or a meaningful gift for fossil enthusiasts.

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

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Uncover a rare and iconic piece of Britain’s paleontological history with this Calymene blumenbachi trilobite fossil tail, commonly known as the “Dudley Bug”, from the Much Wenlock Limestone Formation of the Silurian Period, found at the famous Wren’s Nest in Dudley, West Midlands, UK. Known for its detailed segmentation and ability to enroll for protection, this trilobite has become a symbol of Dudley’s rich geological heritage.

Calymene blumenbachi thrived approximately 433.4 to 427.4 million years ago in shallow marine environments, where it crawled along the seafloor scavenging for food. Its distinctive, rounded exoskeleton and the ability to roll into a ball made it well-adapted for survival in its ancient ecosystem.

This rare specimen comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections globally. Carefully selected for its scientific value and historical importance, this fossil is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

Geological Information:

  • Species: Calymene blumenbachi
  • Type: Trilobite Fossil (Tail)
  • Age: Silurian Period (~433.4 – 427.4 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Wren’s Nest, Dudley, West Midlands, UK
  • Geological Formation: Much Wenlock Limestone Formation

Product Details:

  • Condition: 100% Genuine Fossil
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Included: Certificate of Authenticity
  • Sizing: Scale rule squares/cube = 1 cm (please refer to photos for full dimensions)

The provided photo shows the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency. This fossil makes a perfect addition to any paleontological collection, an excellent educational tool, or a meaningful gift for fossil enthusiasts.

All of our fossils are 100% genuine specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Additional information

Era

Silurian
Origin

United Kingdom

Silurian Information

The Silurian Period (443–419 million years ago) was a time of climate stabilization following the end-Ordovician mass extinction. The climate became warmer, and sea levels rose, leading to the expansion of shallow marine ecosystems. Coral reefs flourished, and new marine predators like Eurypterids (sea scorpions) and early jawed fish emerged. One of the most significant events was the colonization of land—early vascular plants such as Cooksonia appeared, along with the first arthropods to venture onto land. These evolutionary advances set the stage for the more complex terrestrial ecosystems that developed in the Devonian.

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