Rare hoploparia longimana lobster fossil – gault clay, middle aptian, cretaceous – folkestone, kent, uk

Description

This listing features a rare and well-preserved fossil of Hoploparia longimana, an extinct clawed lobster species from the Gault Clay Formation, dating back to the Middle Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period (~120 million years ago). This remarkable specimen was found in Folkestone, Kent, UK, a renowned location for Cretaceous marine fossils.

Fossil Information:

• Species: Hoploparia longimana (Extinct clawed lobster)
• Geological Period: Cretaceous (~120 million years old)
• Stage: Middle Aptian
• Formation: Gault Clay
• Location: Folkestone, Kent, UK
• Size: Refer to scale in listing photos
• Preservation: Excellent structural details with visible anatomical features

Key Features:

✔ Rare and scientifically significant lobster fossil

✔ Exceptional preservation of fossil structure

✔ Found in the world-famous Gault Clay fossil beds

✔ A fantastic collector’s piece and educational specimen

✔ Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

Hoploparia longimana is an extinct genus of clawed lobsters that thrived in the marine environments of the Early Cretaceous period. The Gault Clay Formation is famous for its exceptionally well-preserved fossils, providing important insights into the ancient marine ecosystems of this time. Fossils from this formation are highly sought after by collectors and researchers alike.

Authenticity & Certification:

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the listing photos is the exact one you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This fossil originates from the highly regarded Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections in the world. We specialize in high-quality, well-prepared fossils for collectors, museums, researchers, and educational purposes.

A rare opportunity to own a fossilized clawed lobster from the Early Cretaceous, offering a fascinating glimpse into the marine life of 120 million years ago. A must-have for serious fossil collectors and enthusiasts!