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Rare Cassiope lujani Gastropod Fossil Middle Cretaceous Spain Authentic Specimen – Alice Purnell Collection & Certificate

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RARE Gastropod Cassiope lujani Fossil – Middle Cretaceous – Spain

About the Fossil:

This rare and well-preserved Cassiope lujani fossil gastropod originates from the Middle Cretaceous period (~113-89 million years ago) and was discovered in Spain. Cassiope is an extinct genus of marine gastropods, characterized by its elegant coiled shell with fine ornamentation, making it a highly sought-after specimen among fossil collectors and researchers.

During the Cretaceous period, Cassiope lujani thrived in warm, shallow marine environments, where it played a role in the ancient marine food chain. The fossilization of these gastropods offers valuable insight into the paleoecosystems of the Cretaceous seas, which were home to ammonites, marine reptiles, and other diverse marine invertebrates.

Geology & Formation:

  • Geological Age: Middle Cretaceous (~113-89 million years ago)
  • Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits
  • Location: Spain
  • Preservation: Excellent fossilization with well-defined shell structure and visible 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!

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Description

Fossil Identification

This listing features a rare Cassiope lujani gastropod fossil identified as Middle Cretaceous in age and associated with Spain. Gastropods are molluscs commonly recognised by their coiled shell form, making fossil gastropod specimens especially appealing to collectors interested in palaeontology, invertebrate fossils and the history of life preserved in the geological record. The supplied identification is Cassiope lujani, providing a specific name for collectors who enjoy building focused fossil displays or researching Cretaceous fossil life.

Geological Context

The Middle Cretaceous represents an important interval in Earth history and forms part of the wider Cretaceous Period. Fossils from this interval offer a record of organisms that lived during a time of significant biological development and changing environments. A gastropod fossil from Spain provides an opportunity to explore the deep geological history represented by the region, while the named identification adds value for collectors seeking more than an unclassified shell fossil.

Specimen and Collection

This Cassiope lujani fossil is from the Alice Purnell Collection. It is suitable for fossil collectors, palaeontology enthusiasts, educational displays, geological study areas and anyone interested in named Cretaceous invertebrate fossils. The specimen can be incorporated into a collection centred on gastropods, Spanish fossils, Middle Cretaceous material or historically significant geological specimens.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Sizing Information

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please use the photographs to assess the specimen’s scale and presentation before purchase. The images are intended to show the actual fossil offered, including its visible form and overall appearance, so they can be used alongside the written identification when planning a display, cabinet arrangement or collection record.

Certificate of Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

Collector Appeal

Named fossils such as Cassiope lujani are attractive to collectors because they connect a physical specimen with a defined palaeontological identity and a specific geological interval. This fossil may suit a private cabinet, teaching collection, natural history display or gift for someone with an interest in gastropods, molluscs, Cretaceous geology and Spanish fossil material. Its association with the Alice Purnell Collection also forms part of the specimen’s supplied collection history.

Whether used for study, display or personal collecting, this Middle Cretaceous Cassiope lujani gastropod fossil offers a tangible connection to the ancient geological record and the fossil heritage of Spain.

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