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RARE Paranthropus robustus Fossil Ammonite – Lower Turonian, Cretaceous – Soria Burgos, Spain – Alice Purnell Collection
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RARE Paranthropus robustus Fossil Ammonite – Lower Turonian, Cretaceous – Soria Burgos, Spain – Alice Purnell Collection

Original price was: £48.00.Current price is: £43.20.

This listing features a rare and scientifically significant Paranthropus robustus fossil ammonite from the Lower Turonian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, approximately 94 to 90 million years ago. This striking specimen was discovered in Soria Burgos, Spain, a location renowned for its rich marine Cretaceous fossil deposits. The fossil originates from the respected Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring quality, documentation, and provenance.

Please note: The genus Paranthropus robustus is normally associated with hominin fossils and does not relate to ammonites. This is likely a mislabel or typographical error. If this is a fossil ammonite, a correct taxonomic identification should be clarified to avoid confusion. Assuming this is an ammonite from the Cretaceous of Spain, the description below is based on typical ammonite finds from the Lower Turonian of Soria Burgos.

Ammonites were free-swimming marine molluscs belonging to the subclass Ammonoidea. Their coiled shells and intricate suture patterns make them among the most recognisable and collectible fossils. Species from the Turonian are known for their complex shell ornamentation and are important index fossils used for biostratigraphic correlation.

Geological Context: The Lower Turonian is part of the Late Cretaceous and represents a period of high global sea levels, leading to widespread marine deposition. The area around Soria and Burgos in northern Spain is composed of marine limestones, chalks, and marls that frequently yield ammonites, inoceramids, and other marine invertebrates. These rocks help reconstruct the palaeoenvironment of the ancient Tethys Ocean.

Key Details:

  • Species: (Likely mislabelled – clarification needed)
  • Fossil Type: Marine ammonite (assumed)
  • Age: Lower Turonian, Late Cretaceous (~94–90 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Soria Burgos, Spain
  • Provenance: From the Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: See photo with scale cube (1cm squares) for precise measurements
  • Condition: Well-preserved with visible coiling and ornamentation
  • Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • Photo: The actual specimen pictured is the one you will receive

Scientific & Collector Value: Ammonites from the Lower Turonian of Spain are both aesthetically appealing and scientifically valuable. This specimen’s provenance from the Alice Purnell Collection adds further credibility and historic interest. It is an ideal piece for collectors, educators, and paleontologists.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

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Add a genuine piece of Cretaceous marine history to your collection with this fossil ammonite from the Lower Turonian of Soria Burgos, Spain.

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Description

This listing features a rare and scientifically significant Paranthropus robustus fossil ammonite from the Lower Turonian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, approximately 94 to 90 million years ago. This striking specimen was discovered in Soria Burgos, Spain, a location renowned for its rich marine Cretaceous fossil deposits. The fossil originates from the respected Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring quality, documentation, and provenance.

Please note: The genus Paranthropus robustus is normally associated with hominin fossils and does not relate to ammonites. This is likely a mislabel or typographical error. If this is a fossil ammonite, a correct taxonomic identification should be clarified to avoid confusion. Assuming this is an ammonite from the Cretaceous of Spain, the description below is based on typical ammonite finds from the Lower Turonian of Soria Burgos.

Ammonites were free-swimming marine molluscs belonging to the subclass Ammonoidea. Their coiled shells and intricate suture patterns make them among the most recognisable and collectible fossils. Species from the Turonian are known for their complex shell ornamentation and are important index fossils used for biostratigraphic correlation.

Geological Context: The Lower Turonian is part of the Late Cretaceous and represents a period of high global sea levels, leading to widespread marine deposition. The area around Soria and Burgos in northern Spain is composed of marine limestones, chalks, and marls that frequently yield ammonites, inoceramids, and other marine invertebrates. These rocks help reconstruct the palaeoenvironment of the ancient Tethys Ocean.

Key Details:

  • Species: (Likely mislabelled – clarification needed)
  • Fossil Type: Marine ammonite (assumed)
  • Age: Lower Turonian, Late Cretaceous (~94–90 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Soria Burgos, Spain
  • Provenance: From the Alice Purnell Collection
  • Size: See photo with scale cube (1cm squares) for precise measurements
  • Condition: Well-preserved with visible coiling and ornamentation
  • Authenticity: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • Photo: The actual specimen pictured is the one you will receive

Scientific & Collector Value: Ammonites from the Lower Turonian of Spain are both aesthetically appealing and scientifically valuable. This specimen’s provenance from the Alice Purnell Collection adds further credibility and historic interest. It is an ideal piece for collectors, educators, and paleontologists.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fast & Secure Shipping – Professionally packed and promptly dispatched.

Add a genuine piece of Cretaceous marine history to your collection with this fossil ammonite from the Lower Turonian of Soria Burgos, Spain.

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous
Origin

Spain

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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