RARE Pentremites godoni Blastoid Fossil – Point Creek Formation, Mississippian, Carboniferous – Millstadt, Illinois, USA – Genuine + COA!

Description

RARE: Pentremites godoni Blastoid Fossil – Point Creek Formation, Mississippian, Carboniferous – Millstadt, Illinois, USA

📜 From the Prestigious Alice Purnell Collection! 📜

✅ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)

📏 Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm (Full sizing details in photos)

📸 You will receive the exact fossil shown in the images

⭐ Fossil Overview:

This is a RARE and exceptionally well-preserved Pentremites godoni Blastoid Fossil, dating back to the Mississippian Stage of the Carboniferous Period (~340 million years ago). It was discovered in the Point Creek Formation, Millstadt, Illinois, USA, a region renowned for its exceptionally preserved Paleozoic marine fossils.

Pentremites godoni is an extinct species of blastoid (Echinodermata), commonly referred to as a “Sea Bud.” These fascinating echinoderms were closely related to crinoids and played a crucial role in ancient marine ecosystems, filtering organic material from the water using their feathery arms. This remarkable specimen displays intricate preservation, showcasing the detailed structure of the calyx (body) and ambulacral grooves.

This fossil originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most renowned fossil collections in the world. Fossils from this collection are highly collectible and hold significant paleontological value.

🪨 Geological & Scientific Details:

• Species: Pentremites godoni
• Group: Echinodermata (Blastoids)
• Age: Carboniferous (~340 Million Years Ago)
• Stage: Mississippian
• Formation: Point Creek Formation
• Location: Millstadt, Illinois, USA
• Fossil Features: Well-preserved calyx with fine ambulacral grooves
• Preservation: Outstanding condition with natural fossilization patterns

Fossils of blastoids like Pentremites godoni are highly sought after due to their delicate skeletal structure and their role as one of the dominant suspension feeders in Paleozoic seas. Their unique form and intricate design make them a fascinating addition to any collection.

🛒 Why Buy This Fossil?

✔ RARE Pentremites godoni Blastoid Fossil – Sourced from Millstadt, Illinois, USA

✔ Prestigious Alice Purnell Collection provenance – Highly collectible

✔ Authentic Carboniferous Fossil – 340-million-year-old prehistoric relic

✔ Perfect for Collectors, Museums, and Educational Displays

✔ 100% Genuine & Certified Fossil – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA)

✔ Great Investment Piece – Fossils of this rarity and quality are only increasing in value

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🔬 Don’t miss out on this scientifically significant, rare fossil! Perfect for serious collectors, museums, or as a unique display piece.

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