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Rare Echinocorys scutata var. "gravesi" Fossil Echinoid, Lower Chalk, Cretaceous, Peacehaven, UK – Genuine with COA
Rare Echinocorys scutata var. "gravesi" Fossil Echinoid, Lower Chalk, Cretaceous, Peacehaven, UK – Genuine with COA - Image 2
Rare Echinocorys scutata var. "gravesi" Fossil Echinoid, Lower Chalk, Cretaceous, Peacehaven, UK – Genuine with COA - Image 3
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Rare Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi” Fossil Echinoid, Lower Chalk, Cretaceous, Peacehaven, UK – Genuine with COA

£36.00

This is a rare and well-preserved Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi” Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin) from the Lower Chalk Formation of the Cretaceous Period, discovered in Peacehaven, Sussex, UK. This scientifically significant fossil showcases the detailed structure of this extinct echinoid species, making it an excellent addition to any fossil collection.

Species Information:

Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi” is a variety of heart urchins belonging to the family Holasteridae. These echinoids thrived in the chalk seas of the Late Cretaceous, living buried in soft marine sediments. Their hard tests (shells) were well-adapted for burrowing, and their fossils are commonly found in chalk deposits across Europe. This variety, “gravesi,” is particularly notable for its distinct shape and structural features, which help paleontologists understand the evolution of echinoids in Mesozoic marine ecosystems.

Fossil Details:

  • Species: Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi”
  • Age: Lower Chalk, Cretaceous (~100 million years old)
  • Location: Peacehaven, Sussex, United Kingdom
  • Condition: Well-preserved with clear test structure and fine details
  • Collection Origin: This fossil comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive and prestigious ammonite collections in the world.

Why Buy from Us?

  • 100% Genuine Specimen – Guaranteed authentic with provenance
  • Certificate of Authenticity – Included with every purchase
  • Carefully Selected Specimen – You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photos
  • Worldwide Shipping Available

Sizing Information:

Scale rule squares = 1cm. Please refer to the photos for precise dimensions.

This is a highly collectible and scientifically significant fossil, perfect for collectors, researchers, and natural history enthusiasts. A genuine piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine life, securely packaged and ready for display.

Fast and secure shipping available.

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Description

This is a rare and well-preserved Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi” Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin) from the Lower Chalk Formation of the Cretaceous Period, discovered in Peacehaven, Sussex, UK. This scientifically significant fossil showcases the detailed structure of this extinct echinoid species, making it an excellent addition to any fossil collection.

Species Information:

Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi” is a variety of heart urchins belonging to the family Holasteridae. These echinoids thrived in the chalk seas of the Late Cretaceous, living buried in soft marine sediments. Their hard tests (shells) were well-adapted for burrowing, and their fossils are commonly found in chalk deposits across Europe. This variety, “gravesi,” is particularly notable for its distinct shape and structural features, which help paleontologists understand the evolution of echinoids in Mesozoic marine ecosystems.

Fossil Details:

  • Species: Echinocorys scutata var. “gravesi”
  • Age: Lower Chalk, Cretaceous (~100 million years old)
  • Location: Peacehaven, Sussex, United Kingdom
  • Condition: Well-preserved with clear test structure and fine details
  • Collection Origin: This fossil comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive and prestigious ammonite collections in the world.

Why Buy from Us?

  • 100% Genuine Specimen – Guaranteed authentic with provenance
  • Certificate of Authenticity – Included with every purchase
  • Carefully Selected Specimen – You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photos
  • Worldwide Shipping Available

Sizing Information:

Scale rule squares = 1cm. Please refer to the photos for precise dimensions.

This is a highly collectible and scientifically significant fossil, perfect for collectors, researchers, and natural history enthusiasts. A genuine piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine life, securely packaged and ready for display.

Fast and secure shipping available.

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous
Origin

United Kingdom

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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