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Rare cenoceras lineatum fossil nautilus – upper toarcian, jurassic, south petherton, somerset, uk – coa
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Rare cenoceras lineatum fossil nautilus – upper toarcian, jurassic, south petherton, somerset, uk – coa

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This is a rare and well-preserved fossil of Cenoceras lineatum, a Jurassic nautiloid from the Upper Toarcian (~180 million years ago), found in South Petherton, Somerset, UK.

Cenoceras is an extinct genus of nautiloids that flourished in the Jurassic seas. Unlike ammonites, nautiloids had a more simplistic internal chamber structure, allowing them to control buoyancy and navigate prehistoric marine environments efficiently. Cenoceras lineatum is notable for its distinctive coiled shell with smooth sutures and faint growth lines.

This specimen originates from the South Petherton region, an important fossil site within the Jurassic Lower Lias deposits. Fossils from this area provide a valuable glimpse into marine ecosystems of the Early Jurassic period.

Geological Information:

  • Species: Cenoceras lineatum
  • Stage: Upper Toarcian, Jurassic (~180 million years ago)
  • Formation: Lower Lias
  • Location: South Petherton, Somerset, United Kingdom
  • Depositional Environment: Warm, shallow Jurassic seas

Fossil Characteristics:

  • Classic coiled nautiloid shell with smooth sutures
  • Fine growth lines visible on the shell
  • Excellent detail and preservation from a key fossil locality

Key Features:

  • 100% Genuine Fossil with Certificate of Authenticity
  • Exceptional detail, perfect for collectors and display
  • From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection
  • Securely packaged for worldwide shipping

Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm – Please refer to the photos for accurate sizing.

A must-have for fossil collectors and enthusiasts of Jurassic marine life!

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Description

This is a rare and well-preserved fossil of Cenoceras lineatum, a Jurassic nautiloid from the Upper Toarcian (~180 million years ago), found in South Petherton, Somerset, UK.

Cenoceras is an extinct genus of nautiloids that flourished in the Jurassic seas. Unlike ammonites, nautiloids had a more simplistic internal chamber structure, allowing them to control buoyancy and navigate prehistoric marine environments efficiently. Cenoceras lineatum is notable for its distinctive coiled shell with smooth sutures and faint growth lines.

This specimen originates from the South Petherton region, an important fossil site within the Jurassic Lower Lias deposits. Fossils from this area provide a valuable glimpse into marine ecosystems of the Early Jurassic period.

Geological Information:

  • Species: Cenoceras lineatum
  • Stage: Upper Toarcian, Jurassic (~180 million years ago)
  • Formation: Lower Lias
  • Location: South Petherton, Somerset, United Kingdom
  • Depositional Environment: Warm, shallow Jurassic seas

Fossil Characteristics:

  • Classic coiled nautiloid shell with smooth sutures
  • Fine growth lines visible on the shell
  • Excellent detail and preservation from a key fossil locality

Key Features:

  • 100% Genuine Fossil with Certificate of Authenticity
  • Exceptional detail, perfect for collectors and display
  • From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection
  • Securely packaged for worldwide shipping

Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm – Please refer to the photos for accurate sizing.

A must-have for fossil collectors and enthusiasts of Jurassic marine life!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Jurassic
Origin

United Kingdom

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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