Description
This is a genuine DOUVILLEICERAS LEIGHTONIENSE ammonite fossil from the Middle Albian Stage of the Early Cretaceous Period (~105 million years old). It originates from Tulear, Madagascar, a region well-known for its exceptional fossil preservation.
Species: DOUVILLEICERAS LEIGHTONIENSE
Age: Middle Albian, Early Cretaceous (~105 million years old)
Location: Tulear, Madagascar
Formation: Cretaceous Marine Deposits
Size: Refer to scale rule in photos
Key Features:
Excellent shell preservation with detailed ribbing & tubercles
Distinct, robust morphology characteristic of Douvilleiceras
Rare and highly collectible ammonite species
From the Alice Purnell Collection – one of the world’s largest ammonite collections
100% authentic with no restoration
Scientific & Collectible Value:
DOUVILLEICERAS LEIGHTONIENSE is a striking species of heteromorph ammonite, known for its ornate, ribbed structure and strong tuberculation. This species thrived in the warm Cretaceous seas, making it an important index fossil for dating Albian-aged strata. Madagascar continues to yield some of the finest ammonite fossils, and this particular specimen is a prime example of geological and paleontological excellence.
What You Receive:
- The exact fossil shown in the photos
- A Certificate of Authenticity verifying its legitimacy
- Secure, protective packaging for safe worldwide shipping
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