RARE Schlotheimia germanica Fossil Ammonite | Upper Hettangian Jurassic Germany | Authentic Certified Specimen

Description

This listing features a RARE and scientifically valuable specimen of the ammonite Schlotheimia germanica, a key representative of the Early Jurassic marine fauna. This fossil originates from Germany and is dated to the Upper Hettangian Stage of the Early Jurassic period, approximately 199.5 million years ago.

Geological & Taxonomic Information:

• Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
• Species: Schlotheimia germanica
• Order: Ammonitida
• Superfamily: Schlotheimiaceae
• Family: Schlotheimiidae
• Geological Stage: Upper Hettangian, Jurassic
• Age: Approx. 199.5 million years ago
• Location: Germany
• Depositional Environment: Shallow marine shelf with mudstones and marls typical of post-extinction marine transgressive sequences

Scientific Context: Schlotheimia germanica is part of the diverse Schlotheimiid ammonite group that flourished during the early Jurassic recovery following the end-Triassic mass extinction. This species is especially notable for its utility in defining biostratigraphic zones in the Upper Hettangian, contributing to the understanding of ammonite evolution and paleogeographic distribution in Europe during this time.

Morphological Features:

• Typically evolute and discoidal shell shape
• Strong ribbing with bifurcating ribs crossing the venter
• Prominent keel along the venter
• Shallow umbilicus, visible inner whorls
• Excellent preservation of suture lines in some specimens

Notable Information: Fossils from the Upper Hettangian of Germany are prized for their completeness and scientific importance. Schlotheimia germanica is an important zonal ammonite in regional and global biostratigraphy. These fossils offer insights into early ammonite diversification and paleoecology.

Specimen Information:

• Fossil Origin: Germany
• Scale: Scale rule squares/cube = 1cm. Please refer to the photo for full sizing.
• Condition: Well-preserved with clearly visible diagnostic features
• Photo: The image shows the exact specimen you will receive

Certification & Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. Each piece is hand-selected for scientific relevance, aesthetic quality, and preservation.

This Schlotheimia germanica ammonite is a must-have for fossil collectors, educators, or natural history enthusiasts seeking a rare specimen from the pivotal early Jurassic period in Europe.