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Rare polyptychoceras vancouverensis heteromorph ammonite fossil, santonian, cretaceous, canada – ex alice purnell collection

£72.00

This listing features a rare Polyptychoceras vancouverensis heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Santonian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in the Trent River Formation, Vancouver Island, Canada. This fascinating fossil highlights the unique, elongated and irregular coiling characteristic of heteromorph ammonites, showcasing the remarkable adaptations of these extinct marine cephalopods.

The Polyptychoceras vancouverensis ammonite is an exceptional specimen that offers significant scientific and aesthetic value. Its well-preserved features make it a standout piece, highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. Adding to its importance, this fossil originates from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most prestigious and extensive ammonite collections in the world. Ownership of a specimen from this collection ensures both historical and collector significance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Polyptychoceras vancouverensis (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Santonian, Cretaceous (~83-86 million years old)
  • Location: Trent River Formation, Vancouver Island, Canada
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, providing complete assurance of its authenticity and quality. The photo displays the exact specimen you will receive, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares for accurate size reference.

Each fossil we offer is carefully selected and preserved to retain its natural features and scientific value. This ammonite fossil is perfect for collectors, educators, or anyone looking for a striking and rare piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine history.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this rare and scientifically significant ammonite fossil with impeccable provenance from the Alice Purnell Collection. Order today to secure this extraordinary specimen for your collection!

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This listing features a rare Polyptychoceras vancouverensis heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Santonian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in the Trent River Formation, Vancouver Island, Canada. This fascinating fossil highlights the unique, elongated and irregular coiling characteristic of heteromorph ammonites, showcasing the remarkable adaptations of these extinct marine cephalopods.

The Polyptychoceras vancouverensis ammonite is an exceptional specimen that offers significant scientific and aesthetic value. Its well-preserved features make it a standout piece, highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. Adding to its importance, this fossil originates from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most prestigious and extensive ammonite collections in the world. Ownership of a specimen from this collection ensures both historical and collector significance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Polyptychoceras vancouverensis (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Santonian, Cretaceous (~83-86 million years old)
  • Location: Trent River Formation, Vancouver Island, Canada
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, providing complete assurance of its authenticity and quality. The photo displays the exact specimen you will receive, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares for accurate size reference.

Each fossil we offer is carefully selected and preserved to retain its natural features and scientific value. This ammonite fossil is perfect for collectors, educators, or anyone looking for a striking and rare piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine history.

Don’t miss the opportunity to own this rare and scientifically significant ammonite fossil with impeccable provenance from the Alice Purnell Collection. Order today to secure this extraordinary specimen for your collection!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous

Origin

Canada

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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