Description
Own a genuine piece of Earth’s ancient marine past with this beautifully preserved Orthoceras fossil, an extinct cephalopod that lived over 350 million years ago during the Devonian Period. This striking fossil was unearthed from the fossil-rich beds of Morocco, where these prehistoric sea creatures are found exceptionally well-preserved in marine limestone.
Fossil & Geological Information:
- Name: Orthoceras
- Type: Nautiloid Cephalopod Fossil
- Age: Devonian Period (~419–359 million years ago)
- Location: Morocco
- Phylum: Mollusca
- Class: Cephalopoda
- Order: Orthocerida
- Scale Cube = 1cm – See photo for accurate sizing
- Authenticity: 100% Genuine – Includes Certificate of Authenticity
What is Orthoceras?
Orthoceras (meaning “straight horn”) was an ancient marine cephalopod closely related to today’s squid, octopus, and cuttlefish. Unlike modern cephalopods, Orthoceras had a long, straight shell that it used to regulate buoyancy, navigate the seas, and protect its soft body.
These creatures thrived in the world’s oceans for millions of years before becoming extinct, leaving behind fossilised shells embedded in ancient seabeds, now turned to stone.
The shell is divided into chambers, which were used to control movement through a jet-propulsion system—a trait shared by many modern cephalopods. Fossils of Orthoceras help scientists understand early marine ecosystems and evolutionary biology.
Why This Fossil is Special:
- Over 350 million years old, offering a direct connection to Earth’s ancient oceans
- Preserved with fine shell details and chamber structures clearly visible
- From the fossil-rich limestone of Morocco, one of the world’s premier Orthoceras localities
- Mounted for easy display (optional if applicable), making it ideal for collections or décor
- A unique conversation piece for home, classroom, or museum
Key Features:
- Authentic Orthoceras fossil from the Devonian Period
- Measures approximately X inches (see scale cube in photo)
- Expertly hand-prepared to reveal fine detail and shell structure
- Sourced from Morocco, a world-renowned fossil location
- Includes Certificate of Authenticity
- Exact specimen shown – professionally photographed and hand-selected
- Colours may vary depending on lighting and monitor settings
- Some fossils may be gently propped for photographic clarity
- Once sold, listing will be updated with a new item and new image
ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the exact specimen you will receive. Measurements are as accurate as possible, but please keep in mind that fossil dimensions can vary due to irregular shapes. We recommend referring to the 1cm scale cube in the image for the most accurate sense of size.
Bring a prehistoric sea creature into your collection with this genuine Orthoceras fossil—a stunning relic from Earth’s deep past that showcases the elegance and mystery of ancient marine life. Ideal for collectors, educators, and lovers of natural history.
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