RARE: Notopocorystes stokesi Fossil Crab – Gault Clay, Middle Aptian, Cretaceous, Folkestone, Kent, UK

Description

This listing features a Notopocorystes stokesi fossil crab, an exceptionally preserved Cretaceous crustacean from the Gault Clay Formation of Folkestone, Kent, UK. This specimen dates to the Middle Aptian stage (~115 million years ago) and represents a fascinating piece of prehistoric marine life.

Fossil Information:

• Species: Notopocorystes stokesi (Extinct Fossil Crab)
• Geological Period: Cretaceous (~115 million years ago)
• Formation: Gault Clay Formation
• Location: Folkestone, Kent, UK
• Size: Refer to scale in listing photos
• Preservation: Well-defined carapace and anatomical details

Key Features:

✔ Rare fossil crab from the Cretaceous Gault Clay Formation

✔ Exceptional preservation with fine anatomical details

✔ Collected from the renowned fossil locality at Folkestone, Kent

✔ An important specimen for collectors and paleontologists

✔ Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

The Gault Clay Formation, a fossil-rich deposit from the Middle Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period, was once part of a vast shallow sea that covered much of southern England. The Notopocorystes stokesi species is a well-documented fossil crab known for its distinct carapace structure and well-defined claws, making it a fascinating subject of study for crustacean evolution.

Folkestone, Kent, is one of the most famous fossil-hunting locations in the UK, particularly known for its exceptional preservation of marine fossils such as ammonites, belemnites, and crustaceans like this Notopocorystes stokesi. Specimens from this formation are highly sought after due to their scientific importance and rarity.

Authenticity & Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine and come 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 Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious fossil collections in the world. We specialize in high-quality, professionally prepared fossils, ensuring authenticity and excellence for collectors, researchers, and educators alike.

A remarkable example of Notopocorystes stokesi from the Cretaceous Gault Clay, perfect for display, study, or serious fossil collections. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a piece of prehistoric history!