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Rare Set of 3 Juvenile Fossil Crabs – Notopocorystes, Necrocarcinus labeschii & Etyus martini, Gault Clay, Folkestone, UK – w/ Certificate

£60.00

This rare set includes three beautifully preserved juvenile fossil crabs: NotopocorystesNecrocarcinus labeschii, and Etyus martini, all originating from the Gault Clay formation in Folkestone, Kent, UK. Dating back to the Albian stage of the Cretaceous period, approximately 110 million years ago, these fossils provide a unique glimpse into the diverse marine life of Britain’s ancient seas. Each fossil in this set is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its scientific and historical significance.

Each species in this set offers a fascinating look at the early stages of development in ancient crabs, showcasing distinct features even at their juvenile stage:

  • Notopocorystes: Known for its compact, rounded carapace, characteristic of its species.
  • Necrocarcinus labeschii: Exhibits a more textured and slightly ridged shell, indicative of its robust structure.
  • Etyus martini: Features a delicately curved carapace with fine detailing, representing its unique morphology.

These fossils are particularly prized for their rarity and the insights they provide into the diversity of marine arthropods in the Cretaceous seas.

  • Species: NotopocorystesNecrocarcinus labeschii, and Etyus martini (juvenile fossil crabs)
  • Origin: Gault Clay, Folkestone, Kent, UK
  • Geological Period: Albian, Cretaceous (~110 million years ago)
  • Authenticity: 100% genuine, with a Certificate of Authenticity provided
  • Condition: Excellent preservation with distinct carapace details for each species
  • Scale and Sizing: Scale cube in photos represents 1cm; please refer to images for full size details
  • Specimen Specificity: The photo shows the exact specimens you will receive

This set of juvenile fossil crabs is a perfect addition for collectors, educators, or enthusiasts of ancient marine life. Offering a rare and detailed glimpse into Cretaceous-era crustaceans, these fossils make a unique and valuable addition to any collection. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of prehistoric history with this rare set of fossilized crabs!

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This rare set includes three beautifully preserved juvenile fossil crabs: NotopocorystesNecrocarcinus labeschii, and Etyus martini, all originating from the Gault Clay formation in Folkestone, Kent, UK. Dating back to the Albian stage of the Cretaceous period, approximately 110 million years ago, these fossils provide a unique glimpse into the diverse marine life of Britain’s ancient seas. Each fossil in this set is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its scientific and historical significance.

Each species in this set offers a fascinating look at the early stages of development in ancient crabs, showcasing distinct features even at their juvenile stage:

  • Notopocorystes: Known for its compact, rounded carapace, characteristic of its species.
  • Necrocarcinus labeschii: Exhibits a more textured and slightly ridged shell, indicative of its robust structure.
  • Etyus martini: Features a delicately curved carapace with fine detailing, representing its unique morphology.

These fossils are particularly prized for their rarity and the insights they provide into the diversity of marine arthropods in the Cretaceous seas.

  • Species: NotopocorystesNecrocarcinus labeschii, and Etyus martini (juvenile fossil crabs)
  • Origin: Gault Clay, Folkestone, Kent, UK
  • Geological Period: Albian, Cretaceous (~110 million years ago)
  • Authenticity: 100% genuine, with a Certificate of Authenticity provided
  • Condition: Excellent preservation with distinct carapace details for each species
  • Scale and Sizing: Scale cube in photos represents 1cm; please refer to images for full size details
  • Specimen Specificity: The photo shows the exact specimens you will receive

This set of juvenile fossil crabs is a perfect addition for collectors, educators, or enthusiasts of ancient marine life. Offering a rare and detailed glimpse into Cretaceous-era crustaceans, these fossils make a unique and valuable addition to any collection. Don’t miss this chance to own a piece of prehistoric history with this rare set of fossilized crabs!

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous

Origin

United Kingdom

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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