Description
This listing offers a rare and scientifically significant fossil pairing—a Gagaticeras gagateanum ammonite fossil preserved alongside the bivalve Avicula novemcosta. This remarkable specimen originates from the Sinemurian stage of the Lower Jurassic and was discovered in the famous fossil-rich deposits of Robin Hood’s Bay, Yorkshire, UK.
About Gagaticeras gagateanum
Gagaticeras is a genus of ammonites known for its moderately involute shell, fine ribbing, and distinct suture patterns. Ammonites like this thrived in Jurassic seas over 190 million years ago, serving as key indicators in biostratigraphy. Fossils from this genus are highly sought after due to their rarity and paleoecological significance.
About Avicula novemcosta
This fossil is even more remarkable because it includes the bivalve Avicula novemcosta, a Jurassic marine mollusk belonging to the Aviculopectinidae family. This association provides a glimpse into ancient marine environments, highlighting the biodiversity of the Jurassic seas.
Fossil Details:
- Scientific Name: Gagaticeras gagateanum with Avicula novemcosta
- Geological Age: Sinemurian, Lower Jurassic (approximately 190 million years old)
- Origin: Robin Hood’s Bay, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
- Size: See scale in photos (full sizing details provided)
- Preservation: Clear ammonite shell structure with detailed ribbing, well-preserved bivalve inclusion
Why This Fossil is Special:
- Rare ammonite-bivalve association from a historically significant UK fossil site
- Excellent preservation with visible shell details and suture patterns
- A true collector’s specimen, showcasing Jurassic marine life
- Comes from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest ammonite collections in the world
- 100 percent genuine specimen with a Certificate of Authenticity
What You See is What You Get
This listing features the exact fossil shown in the photos—no stock images used.
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This stunning Gagaticeras gagateanum ammonite with Avicula novemcosta bivalve inclusion is a rare and scientifically important specimen. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a genuine piece of Jurassic history from Robin Hood’s Bay, Yorkshire.
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