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Rare prohelicoceras thurmani heteromorph ammonite fossil, albian, cretaceous, france – ex alice purnell collection

Original price was: £96.00.Current price is: £76.80.

This listing features a rare Prohelicoceras thurmani heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Albian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in France. This fascinating fossil highlights the intricate and irregular coiling that defines the Prohelicoceras genus, showcasing the incredible adaptations of marine life over 100 million years ago.

The Prohelicoceras thurmani is a scientifically significant and highly sought-after ammonite species due to its unique morphology and rarity. Fossils from this genus are prized for their evolutionary insights and aesthetic appeal, making them a standout addition to any collection. This particular specimen is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most celebrated ammonite collections in the world, renowned for its authenticity, quality, and historical value.

Key Details:

  • Species: Prohelicoceras thurmani (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Albian, Cretaceous (~100-113 million years old)
  • Location: France
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and value. The exact specimen you will receive is shown in the photo, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares for precise size reference.

Carefully selected and expertly preserved, this ammonite fossil is ideal for fossil enthusiasts, educators, and collectors alike. It serves as an exceptional display piece, a valuable teaching aid, or a unique addition to any fossil collection.

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 Prohelicoceras thurmani heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Albian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in France. This fascinating fossil highlights the intricate and irregular coiling that defines the Prohelicoceras genus, showcasing the incredible adaptations of marine life over 100 million years ago.

The Prohelicoceras thurmani is a scientifically significant and highly sought-after ammonite species due to its unique morphology and rarity. Fossils from this genus are prized for their evolutionary insights and aesthetic appeal, making them a standout addition to any collection. This particular specimen is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most celebrated ammonite collections in the world, renowned for its authenticity, quality, and historical value.

Key Details:

  • Species: Prohelicoceras thurmani (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Albian, Cretaceous (~100-113 million years old)
  • Location: France
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its authenticity and value. The exact specimen you will receive is shown in the photo, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares for precise size reference.

Carefully selected and expertly preserved, this ammonite fossil is ideal for fossil enthusiasts, educators, and collectors alike. It serves as an exceptional display piece, a valuable teaching aid, or a unique addition to any fossil collection.

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

France

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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