RARE: Cardioceras buckowi Ammonite Fossil Block – Jurassic – Cayton Bay, Yorkshire, UK – COA

Description

This is a rare and well-preserved Cardioceras buckowi ammonite fossil block from the Jurassic period (~160 million years ago), discovered in Cayton Bay, Yorkshire, UK. Cardioceras is a genus of ammonites belonging to the Cardioceratidae family, known for its distinctive ribbed and compressed shell.

This fossil block contains multiple ammonites, making it an excellent collector’s piece and display specimen. The presence of multiple ammonites in one matrix suggests that these creatures lived and perished in a rich marine environment, later fossilized within Jurassic sedimentary deposits.

Geological Information:

• Species: Cardioceras buckowi
• Age: Jurassic (~160 million years ago)
• Location: Cayton Bay, Yorkshire, UK
• Depositional Environment: Shallow marine seabed

Fossil Features:

✔ Multi-ammonite fossil block with well-preserved specimens

✔ Distinctive ribbed shell structure characteristic of Cardioceras

✔ Authentic Jurassic fossil from a well-known fossiliferous locality

✔ Ideal for collectors, museum displays, and educational purposes

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 Cardioceras buckowi ammonite block is a beautiful and scientifically significant specimen—a fantastic addition to any fossil collection!