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RARE ORTHASPIDOCERAS ORTHOCERAS Fossil Ammonite, Jurassic Kimmeridgian, La Rochelle France – Genuine w/ COA
£60.00
This is a RARE ORTHASPIDOCERAS ORTHOCERAS Fossil Ammonite from the Kimmeridgian stage of the Late Jurassic, discovered in La Rochelle, France. This remarkable specimen comes from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive ammonite collections in the world, making it a significant and highly desirable fossil for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Geological Information:
- Formation: Kimmeridgian, Late Jurassic
- Age: Approx. 157 – 152 million years old
- Location: La Rochelle, France
- Preservation: Well-preserved details showcasing the intricate shell structure typical of Orthaspidoceras species
- Specimen Origin: From the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection
Fossil Type & Species:
- Genus: Orthaspidoceras
- Species: Orthoceras (Ammonite)
- Category: Cephalopod fossil
- Morphology: Orthaspidoceras is a genus of large, ribbed ammonites that thrived during the Late Jurassic. The well-defined suture patterns and whorl structure present in this specimen make it an excellent example of the species’ evolutionary adaptation to marine environments.
Why This Fossil?
- 100% Genuine Specimen – All of our fossils are authentic and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Collector’s Item – Sourced from the Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring its authenticity and historical significance.
- Perfect for Display – Ideal for museums, collectors, educators, and enthusiasts.
- Unique & One-of-a-Kind – The fossil shown in the photos is the exact one you will receive.
- Scale Rule for Sizing – A 1cm scale cube is included in the photo for accurate size reference.
Ideal for:
- Fossil collectors
- Paleontology enthusiasts
- Museum and educational displays
- Unique scientific gifts
- Geological study
This rare Jurassic ammonite fossil is a beautiful and scientifically valuable specimen, perfect for any fossil enthusiast or professional collector. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of Earth’s prehistoric history from one of the most prestigious fossil collections in the world!
Ships securely packaged with full documentation and a Certificate of Authenticity.
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Description
This is a RARE ORTHASPIDOCERAS ORTHOCERAS Fossil Ammonite from the Kimmeridgian stage of the Late Jurassic, discovered in La Rochelle, France. This remarkable specimen comes from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive ammonite collections in the world, making it a significant and highly desirable fossil for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Geological Information:
- Formation: Kimmeridgian, Late Jurassic
- Age: Approx. 157 – 152 million years old
- Location: La Rochelle, France
- Preservation: Well-preserved details showcasing the intricate shell structure typical of Orthaspidoceras species
- Specimen Origin: From the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection
Fossil Type & Species:
- Genus: Orthaspidoceras
- Species: Orthoceras (Ammonite)
- Category: Cephalopod fossil
- Morphology: Orthaspidoceras is a genus of large, ribbed ammonites that thrived during the Late Jurassic. The well-defined suture patterns and whorl structure present in this specimen make it an excellent example of the species’ evolutionary adaptation to marine environments.
Why This Fossil?
- 100% Genuine Specimen – All of our fossils are authentic and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
- Collector’s Item – Sourced from the Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring its authenticity and historical significance.
- Perfect for Display – Ideal for museums, collectors, educators, and enthusiasts.
- Unique & One-of-a-Kind – The fossil shown in the photos is the exact one you will receive.
- Scale Rule for Sizing – A 1cm scale cube is included in the photo for accurate size reference.
Ideal for:
- Fossil collectors
- Paleontology enthusiasts
- Museum and educational displays
- Unique scientific gifts
- Geological study
This rare Jurassic ammonite fossil is a beautiful and scientifically valuable specimen, perfect for any fossil enthusiast or professional collector. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of Earth’s prehistoric history from one of the most prestigious fossil collections in the world!
Ships securely packaged with full documentation and a Certificate of Authenticity.
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