Description
An exceptional and rare specimen of Liparoceras daedalicosta—a Lower Jurassic ammonite fossil collected from the iconic Green Ammonite Beds of Stonebarrow Cliff, Charmouth, part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site near Lyme Regis, Dorset, UK. This ammonite was discovered on 26 April 2025 by our expert fossil team members Alister and Alison, and meticulously cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison.
Liparoceras daedalicosta is a distinctive species known for its broad, thick whorls and strong, coarse ribbing that bifurcates low on the flanks. This species is highly sought after due to its rarity and impressive preservation in the fossil record.
Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
Species: Liparoceras daedalicosta
Geological Age: Lower Jurassic – Sinemurian Stage
Formation: Lower Lias Group – Green Ammonite Beds
Depositional Environment: This ammonite was preserved in the low-energy, offshore marine muds of the Early Jurassic seafloor. These laminated clay-rich beds provided the perfect conditions for the preservation of hard-bodied marine life, particularly ammonites.
Morphological Features:
- Involute coiling with thick, rounded whorls
- Strong, low bifurcating ribs across flanks
- Wide umbilicus and prominent keel (in some specimens)
Notable:
- Rare ammonite species from the famous Green Ammonite Beds
- Discovered and prepared by our in-house fossil team
- Excellent addition to collector, museum, or educational display
- The photo shows the exact specimen you will receive
Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine natural specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The scale cube shown is 1cm – please refer to the image for full sizing.
This Liparoceras daedalicosta ammonite fossil from the Lower Jurassic coast of Charmouth is not only scientifically important but also a beautiful and rare collector’s specimen with full provenance from discovery to preparation.
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