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Lepidotes Fish Scale Fossil Oxford Clay Callovian Jurassic Must Farm Whittlesey, Peterborough
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Lepidotes Fish Scale Fossil Oxford Clay Callovian Jurassic Must Farm Whittlesey, Peterborough

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Rare Lepidotes Fish Scale Fossil – Jurassic Era, Callovian Stage, Oxford Clay, Must Farm, Whittlesey, Peterborough

This exceptional Lepidotes fish scale fossil is a genuine piece of natural history from the Callovian Stage of the Jurassic Period, approximately 166 to 163 million years ago. Discovered in the Oxford Clay Formation at Must Farm, Whittlesey, Peterborough, this fossil offers a fascinating glimpse into the prehistoric marine ecosystems of Jurassic Britain.

Lepidotes was a genus of prehistoric ray-finned fish known for its robust, diamond-shaped scales, which were covered in a hard enamel-like substance called ganoine. These scales provided protection against predators and are highly prized fossils due to their remarkable preservation and unique structure. Lepidotes lived in both freshwater and marine environments, feeding on small fish and crustaceans.

Features:

  • Species: Lepidotes (Extinct genus of ray-finned fish)
  • Era: Jurassic (~166–163 million years ago)
  • Stage: Callovian
  • Formation: Oxford Clay Formation
  • Location: Must Farm, Whittlesey, Peterborough, UK
  • Condition: Excellent preservation with fine details of the scale’s ganoine structure clearly visible.
  • Size: Please refer to the scale cube in the photo for precise measurements.

This fossil has been professionally cleaned and treated to highlight its intricate details while maintaining its authenticity. Its rarity and historical significance make it an outstanding addition to any fossil collection, educational display, or museum exhibit.

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This Lepidotes fish scale fossil is an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Jurassic marine history. Its detailed preservation and connection to one of the most renowned fossil sites in the UK make it an exceptional specimen for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Don’t miss your chance to own this unique relic of Jurassic Britain. Add this rare Lepidotes fish scale fossil to your collection today!

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Description

Lepidotes Fish Scale Fossil

This fossil specimen is identified as a Lepidotes fish scale fossil from the Oxford Clay, Callovian, Jurassic. Its listed locality is Must Farm, Whittlesey, Peterborough, providing useful geological and collecting context for anyone interested in Jurassic fossils and palaeontology.

Geological Identification

The specimen is associated with the Oxford Clay and the Callovian stage of the Jurassic Period. The Callovian forms part of the Middle Jurassic, a major interval in Earth’s geological history. Fossils from this period are valued for the insight they provide into prehistoric life, ancient environments and the changing ecosystems recorded in Jurassic rocks.

Lepidotes Fish Scale

Lepidotes fish scales are popular with fossil collectors because they represent the preserved remains of an extinct fish and offer a direct connection to Jurassic vertebrate life. A fossil scale can be an appealing addition to a collection focused on fish fossils, Jurassic specimens, Oxford Clay material or British palaeontological localities. The identification supplied for this item is Lepidotes, with the specimen presented specifically as a fish scale fossil.

Locality and Collector Interest

The recorded locality details are Must Farm, Whittlesey, Peterborough. Locality information is an important part of fossil collecting, helping place a specimen within its geological and regional context. This piece is suitable for collectors building a focused display of Jurassic fossils, fossil fish material or specimens connected with the Oxford Clay and Callovian stage.

Display and Educational Use

This fossil can be used as a conversation piece, a teaching aid or part of a curated display exploring fossilisation, Jurassic geology and prehistoric fish. It may also appeal to collectors of natural history specimens, palaeontology gifts and historically significant geological material. The listed identification and locality details make it suitable for a labelled fossil display alongside other Jurassic specimens.

Authenticity and Photography

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

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Sizing Information

Full sizing is shown in the photographs. Please use the images to assess the specimen’s scale and visual presentation before purchase. The photographs are intended to show the fossil supplied, including its appearance and presentation for collecting or display.

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