RARE Fossil Ammonite – Salfeldiella guettardi, Lower Aptian, Cretaceous: Kurdippa, Russia – Genuine with Certificate of Authenticity

Description

Fossil Ammonite – Salfeldiella guettardi

Geological Formation: Lower Aptian

Geological Period: Cretaceous (~125 to 112 million years ago)

Location: Kurdippa, Russia

Certificate of Authenticity Included

Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm

Full sizing details in the photo

This Salfeldiella guettardi ammonite fossil from the Lower Aptian of the Cretaceous period is a rare and stunning specimen from Kurdippa, Russia. The Salfeldiella genus is noted for its distinctive coiled shell and well-preserved features, making this ammonite a valuable piece for fossil collectors and geology enthusiasts alike.

Species and Morphology Information:

• Species: Salfeldiella guettardi
• Geological Age: Lower Aptian, Cretaceous period (~125 to 112 million years ago)
• Depositional Environment: The Kurdippa formation was formed in a shallow marine environment, providing ideal conditions for the preservation of ammonoid fossils.
• Morphology Features: The Salfeldiella guettardi exhibits a distinctive spiral shape with well-preserved sutures. The shell’s smooth, tightly coiled nature gives it an aesthetic appeal for fossil displays and research purposes.
• Notable Features: The Salfeldiella guettardi ammonite is prized for its symmetrical shape, well-preserved surface features, and unique fossilization.
• Family: Salfeldiidae
• Superfamily: Ammonitaceae
• Order: Ammonitida
• Biozone: The Lower Aptian biozone is characterized by distinctive ammonoid species, such as Salfeldiella, which were prevalent during the early Cretaceous period.
• Depositional Environment: The ammonite fossil was preserved in a marine environment, contributing to the excellent preservation of Cretaceous marine life. These fossils were deposited in the Kurdippa formation of Russia, which was a shallow sea during the Lower Aptian.

Size and Visuals:

This Salfeldiella guettardi ammonite fossil measures approximately XX inches (as shown in the photos). The scale rule in the image represents 1cm, and full-size details of the specimen are provided in the photos.

Authenticity and Certification:

This Salfeldiella guettardi ammonite fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The certificate verifies that this specimen was sourced from Kurdippa, Russia, and dates back to the Lower Aptian of the Cretaceous period.

Why Buy This Fossil:

• Genuine Fossil: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity confirming its Cretaceous age and Russian origin.
• Rare and Collectible: This ammonite fossil is a well-preserved specimen from the Lower Aptian of Kurdippa, Russia.
• Perfect for Display: This fossil ammonite is an excellent display piece for any fossil collection, museum, or natural history collection.
• Educational Value: Provides valuable insight into Cretaceous marine life, ammonoid morphology, and the paleogeography of the period.

Note: The photo shown is of the actual specimen you will receive. The scale cube in the image represents 1cm, and full-size details are provided through the photos.