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Rare Graphoceras attentum Ammonite Fossil – Lower Bajocian, Jurassic: Beaminster, Dorset, UK – Alice Purnell Collection – COA
Rare Graphoceras attentum Ammonite Fossil – Lower Bajocian, Jurassic: Beaminster, Dorset, UK – Alice Purnell Collection – COA - Image 2
Rare Graphoceras attentum Ammonite Fossil – Lower Bajocian, Jurassic: Beaminster, Dorset, UK – Alice Purnell Collection – COA - Image 3

Rare Graphoceras attentum Ammonite Fossil – Lower Bajocian, Jurassic: Beaminster, Dorset, UK – Alice Purnell Collection – COA

£36.00

This striking ammonite fossil is a rare and scientifically significant example of Graphoceras attentum, an extinct cephalopod species from the Lower Bajocian Stage of the Middle Jurassic, dating back approximately 170 million years.

The fossil was discovered in Beaminster, Dorset, United Kingdom, within the classic marine deposits of the Inferior Oolite Formation. This geological unit is renowned for its rich diversity of well-preserved marine life, especially ammonites. Graphoceras attentum is known for its tightly coiled, discoidal shell with pronounced ribbing and complex suture lines—a diagnostic feature highly prized among collectors and researchers.

Belonging to the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, this specimen has been professionally cleaned, prepped, and conserved, revealing exquisite detail and preservation quality. Graphoceras ammonites are relatively uncommon in such display-worthy condition, making this an excellent addition to any collection.

 

Item Details:

  • Species: Graphoceras attentum
  • Type: Ammonite Fossil
  • Size: Approx. 4.5 inches (see photo with 1cm scale cube)
  • Geological Age: Jurassic (~170 million years ago)
  • Stage: Lower Bajocian
  • Formation: Inferior Oolite
  • Location: Beaminster, Dorset, United Kingdom
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN:

The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive. All fossils are hand selected and professionally photographed with a 1cm scale cube included for precise sizing. Colour may vary slightly based on lighting and monitor settings. Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new specimen and images.

 

100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Prepared – Certificate of Authenticity Included – From the Esteemed Alice Purnell Collection

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This striking ammonite fossil is a rare and scientifically significant example of Graphoceras attentum, an extinct cephalopod species from the Lower Bajocian Stage of the Middle Jurassic, dating back approximately 170 million years.

The fossil was discovered in Beaminster, Dorset, United Kingdom, within the classic marine deposits of the Inferior Oolite Formation. This geological unit is renowned for its rich diversity of well-preserved marine life, especially ammonites. Graphoceras attentum is known for its tightly coiled, discoidal shell with pronounced ribbing and complex suture lines—a diagnostic feature highly prized among collectors and researchers.

Belonging to the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, this specimen has been professionally cleaned, prepped, and conserved, revealing exquisite detail and preservation quality. Graphoceras ammonites are relatively uncommon in such display-worthy condition, making this an excellent addition to any collection.

 

Item Details:

  • Species: Graphoceras attentum
  • Type: Ammonite Fossil
  • Size: Approx. 4.5 inches (see photo with 1cm scale cube)
  • Geological Age: Jurassic (~170 million years ago)
  • Stage: Lower Bajocian
  • Formation: Inferior Oolite
  • Location: Beaminster, Dorset, United Kingdom
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN:

The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive. All fossils are hand selected and professionally photographed with a 1cm scale cube included for precise sizing. Colour may vary slightly based on lighting and monitor settings. Once sold, the listing will be updated with a new specimen and images.

 

100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Prepared – Certificate of Authenticity Included – From the Esteemed Alice Purnell Collection

Additional information

Era

Jurassic
Origin

United Kingdom

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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