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Rare Craspedodiscus discofalcatus Fossil Ammonite – Lower Barremian, Cretaceous, Thorene Alps Maritime France – Genuine + COA
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A rare and beautifully preserved Craspedodiscus discofalcatus Fossil Ammonite, from the Lower Barremian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, collected at Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France. This ammonite is a distinctive species with finely ribbed ornamentation and elegant shell structure, making it an excellent specimen for collectors and natural history enthusiasts. The exact fossil pictured is the one you will receive, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Fossil Type & Species:
Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
Species:Craspedodiscus discofalcatus
Order: Ammonitida
Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
Family: Neocomitidae
Geological Context:
Period: Cretaceous
Epoch/Stage: Lower Cretaceous – Barremian (approx. 129.4 to 125 million years ago)
Biozone: Associated with Craspedodiscus faunas of the Lower Barremian, significant for ammonite zonal stratigraphy in SE France
Depositional Environment: Marine platform deposits of limestones and marls, highly favourable to ammonite preservation
Locality:
Region: Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France
Formation: Barremian limestone and marl sequences of the Provence Basin
Morphology & Features:
Moderately evolute shell with wide umbilicus
Fine, dense ribbing extending continuously across the flanks and venter
Symmetrical, compressed whorls with elegant ornamentation
Distinctive rib structure diagnostic of Craspedodiscus discofalcatus
Scientific Notes:
Craspedodiscus discofalcatus was first described in the 19th century during detailed studies of Cretaceous ammonite faunas of France
This species is an important biostratigraphic marker for the Lower Barremian
Notable Details:
Excellent preservation with clear ribbing and natural detail
100% genuine specimen, unrestored
Scale Reference: Each square or cube = 1cm. Please check the photo for accurate fossil size
Authenticity & Guarantee: All of our fossils are 100% genuine, responsibly sourced, and professionally curated. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every purchase. The fossil shown in the photo is the exact one you will receive.
This Craspedodiscus discofalcatus ammonite is a rare and scientifically valuable specimen, perfect for collectors, educational use, or display.
A rare and beautifully preserved Craspedodiscus discofalcatus Fossil Ammonite, from the Lower Barremian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, collected at Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France. This ammonite is a distinctive species with finely ribbed ornamentation and elegant shell structure, making it an excellent specimen for collectors and natural history enthusiasts. The exact fossil pictured is the one you will receive, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Fossil Type & Species:
Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
Species:Craspedodiscus discofalcatus
Order: Ammonitida
Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
Family: Neocomitidae
Geological Context:
Period: Cretaceous
Epoch/Stage: Lower Cretaceous – Barremian (approx. 129.4 to 125 million years ago)
Biozone: Associated with Craspedodiscus faunas of the Lower Barremian, significant for ammonite zonal stratigraphy in SE France
Depositional Environment: Marine platform deposits of limestones and marls, highly favourable to ammonite preservation
Locality:
Region: Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France
Formation: Barremian limestone and marl sequences of the Provence Basin
Morphology & Features:
Moderately evolute shell with wide umbilicus
Fine, dense ribbing extending continuously across the flanks and venter
Symmetrical, compressed whorls with elegant ornamentation
Distinctive rib structure diagnostic of Craspedodiscus discofalcatus
Scientific Notes:
Craspedodiscus discofalcatus was first described in the 19th century during detailed studies of Cretaceous ammonite faunas of France
This species is an important biostratigraphic marker for the Lower Barremian
Notable Details:
Excellent preservation with clear ribbing and natural detail
100% genuine specimen, unrestored
Scale Reference: Each square or cube = 1cm. Please check the photo for accurate fossil size
Authenticity & Guarantee: All of our fossils are 100% genuine, responsibly sourced, and professionally curated. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every purchase. The fossil shown in the photo is the exact one you will receive.
This Craspedodiscus discofalcatus ammonite is a rare and scientifically valuable specimen, perfect for collectors, educational use, or display.
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