Description
An outstanding and substantial rare fossil ammonite, Puzosia planulata, from the Upper Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in Alp Martime, France. Measuring an impressive 8.5 inches, this genuine specimen comes from the highly regarded Alice Purnell Collection, ensuring scientific and collector value.
Puzosia planulata is a member of the family Desmoceratidae and is recognised for its moderately involute coiling, smooth flanks with fine growth lines, and a gently curved whorl profile. This particular specimen shows classic features of the genus, with broad lateral flanks and minimal ribbing, presenting a beautifully preserved profile.
Geological & Scientific Details:
- Scientific Name: Puzosia planulata
- Fossil Type: Ammonite
- Geological Period: Cretaceous
- Geological Stage: Upper Aptian
- Location Found: Alp Martime, France
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Desmoceratoidea
- Family: Desmoceratidae
- Morphological Features: Smooth and compressed shell, moderately involute, fine growth lines, rounded umbilicus
- Depositional Environment: Shallow marine settings associated with warm, carbonate-rich epicontinental seas typical of the Aptian in Southern Europe
- Notable Characteristics: Excellent size and preservation make this an exceptional display specimen and a scientifically relevant fossil from the Aptian ammonite faunal zones
This ammonite represents both a visual and academic snapshot of mid-Cretaceous marine life, ideal for educational use or as a centrepiece in any collection.
All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Please Note:
- Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm – please refer to photos for exact measurements
- The fossil pictured is the exact item you will receive
- Sourced from the authenticated and esteemed Alice Purnell Collection
An extraordinary addition for fossil enthusiasts, historians of science, or collectors seeking large, well-preserved Cretaceous ammonites.
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