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Rare scottish partial fossil fish, old red sandstone, devonian: edderton, ross-shire, uk
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Rare scottish partial fossil fish, old red sandstone, devonian: edderton, ross-shire, uk

£60.00

This is a RARE and scientifically significant partial fossil fish from the Old Red Sandstone, dating back to the Devonian period (~410-360 million years ago). Discovered in Edderton, Ross-shire, Scotland, this fossil represents a glimpse into a prehistoric ecosystem where early fish and primitive vertebrates dominated.

The Devonian period, often called the “Age of Fishes,” saw the rise of many of the first jawed fish, as well as early adaptations that would later lead to amphibians. Fossils from the Old Red Sandstone deposits of Scotland are internationally renowned for their remarkable preservation and scientific importance.

This specimen is part of the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive fossil collections in the world. It is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fossil Details:

  • Fossil Type: Partial Fossil Fish
  • Formation: Old Red Sandstone
  • Age: Devonian (~410-360 million years old)
  • Location: Edderton, Ross-shire, Scotland, UK
  • Condition: Naturally preserved fossil fish remains in matrix
  • Size: See scale rule in photos for accurate measurements

Why Buy From Us?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ From the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Ideal for collectors, educational purposes, or display

You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photos. Worldwide shipping available with secure packaging.

Own a unique piece of Scotland’s prehistoric past—perfect for fossil enthusiasts and collectors alike!

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This is a RARE and scientifically significant partial fossil fish from the Old Red Sandstone, dating back to the Devonian period (~410-360 million years ago). Discovered in Edderton, Ross-shire, Scotland, this fossil represents a glimpse into a prehistoric ecosystem where early fish and primitive vertebrates dominated.

The Devonian period, often called the “Age of Fishes,” saw the rise of many of the first jawed fish, as well as early adaptations that would later lead to amphibians. Fossils from the Old Red Sandstone deposits of Scotland are internationally renowned for their remarkable preservation and scientific importance.

This specimen is part of the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most extensive fossil collections in the world. It is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fossil Details:

  • Fossil Type: Partial Fossil Fish
  • Formation: Old Red Sandstone
  • Age: Devonian (~410-360 million years old)
  • Location: Edderton, Ross-shire, Scotland, UK
  • Condition: Naturally preserved fossil fish remains in matrix
  • Size: See scale rule in photos for accurate measurements

Why Buy From Us?

✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

✔ From the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection

✔ Ideal for collectors, educational purposes, or display

You will receive the exact fossil shown in the photos. Worldwide shipping available with secure packaging.

Own a unique piece of Scotland’s prehistoric past—perfect for fossil enthusiasts and collectors alike!

Additional information

Era

Devonian
Origin

United Kingdom

Devonian Information

The Devonian Period (419–359 million years ago), known as the "Age of Fishes," was a time of major evolutionary advances in both marine and terrestrial life. The oceans were dominated by armored placoderm fish, early sharks, and lobe-finned fish like Tiktaalik, which had features that helped vertebrates transition to land. Coral reefs flourished, and ammonites became more diverse. On land, the first forests appeared, with early trees like Archaeopteris, leading to a drop in atmospheric carbon dioxide and climate cooling. The first tetrapods (four-legged vertebrates) began evolving from fish, marking a critical step in the evolution of amphibians. The period ended with the Devonian extinction, likely caused by ocean anoxia and climate shifts, wiping out many marine species and reshaping ecosystems.

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