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Rare fossil echinoid (sea urchin) micraster luskei – upper cretaceous, small dole, west sussex
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Rare fossil echinoid (sea urchin) micraster luskei – upper cretaceous, small dole, west sussex

Original price was: £36.00.Current price is: £28.80.

This listing features a genuine fossil echinoid (Micraster luskei), an extinct species of heart urchin from the Upper Cretaceous period, discovered in Small Dole, West Sussex, UK. This well-preserved specimen is a remarkable example of prehistoric marine life and a must-have for any fossil collector.

About Micraster luskei (Fossil Echinoid)

Micraster luskei is a species of irregular sea urchin that thrived in the Late Cretaceous seas. These echinoids were well adapted for burrowing in soft seabed sediments, leaving behind an exceptional fossil record. Their distinct heart-shaped structure and intricate surface details make them an important species for understanding ancient marine ecosystems.

Fossil Details:

  • Scientific Name: Micraster luskei
  • Common Name: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
  • Geological Age: Upper Cretaceous (~100–66 million years ago)
  • Formation/Location: Small Dole, West Sussex, England
  • Size: See listing photos with scale for accurate dimensions
  • Condition: Well-preserved, displaying clear surface details

Why This Fossil is Special:

  • Authentic Micraster luskei echinoid from the famous Cretaceous deposits of West Sussex
  • A rare and scientifically significant specimen with well-defined features
  • Part of the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most prestigious ammonite and fossil collections
  • 100% authentic specimen supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity

What You See is What You Get

The exact fossil shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive. No stock images are used.

Buy with Confidence:

100% Genuine Specimens – All our fossils are professionally sourced, identified, and verified

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This Micraster luskei fossil echinoid is an outstanding addition to any fossil collection, ideal for display, research, or as a unique gift for fossil enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on owning a piece of Earth’s prehistoric history!

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Description

This listing features a genuine fossil echinoid (Micraster luskei), an extinct species of heart urchin from the Upper Cretaceous period, discovered in Small Dole, West Sussex, UK. This well-preserved specimen is a remarkable example of prehistoric marine life and a must-have for any fossil collector.

About Micraster luskei (Fossil Echinoid)

Micraster luskei is a species of irregular sea urchin that thrived in the Late Cretaceous seas. These echinoids were well adapted for burrowing in soft seabed sediments, leaving behind an exceptional fossil record. Their distinct heart-shaped structure and intricate surface details make them an important species for understanding ancient marine ecosystems.

Fossil Details:

  • Scientific Name: Micraster luskei
  • Common Name: Fossil Echinoid (Sea Urchin)
  • Geological Age: Upper Cretaceous (~100–66 million years ago)
  • Formation/Location: Small Dole, West Sussex, England
  • Size: See listing photos with scale for accurate dimensions
  • Condition: Well-preserved, displaying clear surface details

Why This Fossil is Special:

  • Authentic Micraster luskei echinoid from the famous Cretaceous deposits of West Sussex
  • A rare and scientifically significant specimen with well-defined features
  • Part of the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most prestigious ammonite and fossil collections
  • 100% authentic specimen supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity

What You See is What You Get

The exact fossil shown in the listing photos is the one you will receive. No stock images are used.

Buy with Confidence:

100% Genuine Specimens – All our fossils are professionally sourced, identified, and verified

Secure Packaging – Carefully packaged for safe delivery

Fast & Reliable Shipping – Worldwide shipping available with professional handling

This Micraster luskei fossil echinoid is an outstanding addition to any fossil collection, ideal for display, research, or as a unique gift for fossil enthusiasts. Don’t miss out on owning a piece of Earth’s prehistoric history!

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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