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RARE HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI Ammonite Fossil, Tithonian, Cretaceous: France – Genuine Specimen

£24.00

Own a piece of prehistoric history with this HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI ammonite fossil from the Tithonian age, Cretaceous period, found in France. This authentic fossil represents the remarkable diversity of ammonites and provides an incredible insight into marine life millions of years ago. It is part of the esteemed Alice Purnell Collection, renowned for housing one of the world’s largest and most impressive collections of ammonites.

Key Features:

  • Species: Hemispiticeras steinmanni
  • Geological Period: Tithonian, Cretaceous (~145 million years ago)
  • Location: France
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: Refer to scale rule in the photo (squares = 1cm)

About Hemispiticeras steinmanni:

This species is part of the ammonite family, extinct marine mollusks closely related to modern squids, octopuses, and nautiluses. Hemispiticeras is particularly noteworthy for its intricate spiral shell and unique suture patterns, which make it a visually stunning and scientifically significant fossil. These ammonites thrived in the ancient seas during the late Jurassic and early Cretaceous periods, playing a crucial role in the marine ecosystem.

The Tithonian Age and Cretaceous Period:

The Tithonian age marks the final stage of the Jurassic period and the transition into the Cretaceous, a time of significant evolutionary advancements and biodiversity. This Hemispiticeras fossil provides a rare glimpse into the rich marine ecosystems that existed during this pivotal time in Earth’s history.

France is known for its exceptional fossil deposits, particularly from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. This fossil is a stunning example of the high-quality preservation found in these deposits.

Provenance and Authenticity:

This fossil is part of the Alice Purnell Collection, a world-renowned collection celebrated for its high-quality and scientifically important specimens. Each fossil from this collection has been meticulously curated for its rarity, preservation, and historical significance.

Your purchase will include a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing the fossil’s identification, age, and provenance.

Why This Fossil is Special:

  1. Rare Species: HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI fossils are uncommon, making this a rare and valuable find.
  2. Exceptional Preservation: Intricate details of the shell structure and suture lines are beautifully preserved, showcasing the natural artistry of this ancient marine creature.
  3. Provenance: Part of the Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring quality, authenticity, and historical significance.
  4. Collector’s Dream: A perfect addition to any fossil collection or for educational and display purposes.

What’s Included:

  • HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI ammonite fossil, as shown in the photos
  • Certificate of Authenticity, verifying the fossil’s authenticity and provenance

Perfect for Display and Study:

This Hemispiticeras steinmanni fossil is ideal for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts alike. Its detailed preservation makes it a standout piece for display, while its scientific value makes it an excellent specimen for study.

Additional Information:

The fossil has been professionally prepared to highlight its natural beauty and preserve its intricate features. The photo provided is of the exact specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency in your purchase.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Don’t miss the opportunity to add this rare HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI ammonite fossil to your collection – a true marvel of the ancient Cretaceous seas and a testament to the rich history of life on Earth!

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Own a piece of prehistoric history with this HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI ammonite fossil from the Tithonian age, Cretaceous period, found in France. This authentic fossil represents the remarkable diversity of ammonites and provides an incredible insight into marine life millions of years ago. It is part of the esteemed Alice Purnell Collection, renowned for housing one of the world’s largest and most impressive collections of ammonites.

Key Features:

  • Species: Hemispiticeras steinmanni
  • Geological Period: Tithonian, Cretaceous (~145 million years ago)
  • Location: France
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: Refer to scale rule in the photo (squares = 1cm)

About Hemispiticeras steinmanni:

This species is part of the ammonite family, extinct marine mollusks closely related to modern squids, octopuses, and nautiluses. Hemispiticeras is particularly noteworthy for its intricate spiral shell and unique suture patterns, which make it a visually stunning and scientifically significant fossil. These ammonites thrived in the ancient seas during the late Jurassic and early Cretaceous periods, playing a crucial role in the marine ecosystem.

The Tithonian Age and Cretaceous Period:

The Tithonian age marks the final stage of the Jurassic period and the transition into the Cretaceous, a time of significant evolutionary advancements and biodiversity. This Hemispiticeras fossil provides a rare glimpse into the rich marine ecosystems that existed during this pivotal time in Earth’s history.

France is known for its exceptional fossil deposits, particularly from the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. This fossil is a stunning example of the high-quality preservation found in these deposits.

Provenance and Authenticity:

This fossil is part of the Alice Purnell Collection, a world-renowned collection celebrated for its high-quality and scientifically important specimens. Each fossil from this collection has been meticulously curated for its rarity, preservation, and historical significance.

Your purchase will include a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing the fossil’s identification, age, and provenance.

Why This Fossil is Special:

  1. Rare Species: HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI fossils are uncommon, making this a rare and valuable find.
  2. Exceptional Preservation: Intricate details of the shell structure and suture lines are beautifully preserved, showcasing the natural artistry of this ancient marine creature.
  3. Provenance: Part of the Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring quality, authenticity, and historical significance.
  4. Collector’s Dream: A perfect addition to any fossil collection or for educational and display purposes.

What’s Included:

  • HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI ammonite fossil, as shown in the photos
  • Certificate of Authenticity, verifying the fossil’s authenticity and provenance

Perfect for Display and Study:

This Hemispiticeras steinmanni fossil is ideal for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts alike. Its detailed preservation makes it a standout piece for display, while its scientific value makes it an excellent specimen for study.

Additional Information:

The fossil has been professionally prepared to highlight its natural beauty and preserve its intricate features. The photo provided is of the exact specimen you will receive, ensuring complete transparency in your purchase.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Don’t miss the opportunity to add this rare HEMISPHITICERAS STEINMANNI ammonite fossil to your collection – a true marvel of the ancient Cretaceous seas and a testament to the rich history of life on Earth!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous

Origin

France

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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