Description
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
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