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Rare gastropod amaurellina fossil – lower toarcian, jurassic – nigeria
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Rare gastropod amaurellina fossil – lower toarcian, jurassic – nigeria

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Rare Gastropod Amaurellina Fossil – Lower Toarcian, Jurassic – Nigeria

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Amaurellina gastropod fossil originates from the Lower Toarcian stage of the Early Jurassic period (~183-175 million years ago) and was discovered in Nigeria. Amaurellina is an extinct genus of marine gastropods, known for its elegantly coiled shell with fine ornamentation, making it a sought-after specimen in the fossil record.

These gastropods thrived in shallow Jurassic seas, where they played a role in the diverse marine ecosystems of their time. The fossilization of these mollusks provides valuable insights into the paleoenvironments of the Early Jurassic, a period marked by significant evolutionary changes in marine life.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Lower Toarcian, Early Jurassic (~183-175 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits
  • Location: Nigeria
  • Preservation: Excellent fossilization with well-defined shell structure and surface details

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts

✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

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Rare Gastropod Amaurellina Fossil – Lower Toarcian, Jurassic – Nigeria

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Amaurellina gastropod fossil originates from the Lower Toarcian stage of the Early Jurassic period (~183-175 million years ago) and was discovered in Nigeria. Amaurellina is an extinct genus of marine gastropods, known for its elegantly coiled shell with fine ornamentation, making it a sought-after specimen in the fossil record.

These gastropods thrived in shallow Jurassic seas, where they played a role in the diverse marine ecosystems of their time. The fossilization of these mollusks provides valuable insights into the paleoenvironments of the Early Jurassic, a period marked by significant evolutionary changes in marine life.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Lower Toarcian, Early Jurassic (~183-175 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits
  • Location: Nigeria
  • Preservation: Excellent fossilization with well-defined shell structure and surface details

Why This Fossil?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts

✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing

The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive!

Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

Nigeria

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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