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RARE: Vascoceras diartianum Fossil Ammonite – Lower Turonian, Cretaceous – Soria Burgos, Spain – From Alice Purnell Collection
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RARE: Vascoceras diartianum Fossil Ammonite – Lower Turonian, Cretaceous – Soria Burgos, Spain – From Alice Purnell Collection

Original price was: £36.00.Current price is: £32.40.

This listing showcases a rare and scientifically valuable Vascoceras diartianum fossil ammonite, from the Lower Turonian stage of the Cretaceous Period (~94–90 million years ago). This beautifully preserved specimen was collected in Soria Burgos, Spain, a classic locality for mid-Cretaceous marine faunas.

Vascoceras is a genus of extinct ammonites within the family Acanthoceratidae, known for its stout, ornamented shell and significant role in Cretaceous biostratigraphy. Vascoceras species were nektonic predators that inhabited the tropical and subtropical seaways of the Cretaceous, and their fossils are excellent indicators for Turonian-aged deposits.

This specimen originates from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, a historic assemblage of rare and expertly curated fossils. The photo shows the exact fossil you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube included for size reference. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every purchase to ensure provenance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Vascoceras diartianum
  • Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Geological Period: Lower Turonian, Cretaceous (~94–90 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Soria Burgos, Spain
  • Size: See image with 1cm scale cube
  • Authenticity: Guaranteed 100% Genuine – Certificate of Authenticity included
  • Image: You receive the exact specimen shown

Scientific and Collector Significance: Vascoceras diartianum is a key marker in Turonian ammonite zones and is prized by collectors and researchers alike for its distinctive morphology and paleobiological significance. Its presence helps define regional stratigraphy and offers insights into mid-Cretaceous ammonite evolution and palaeogeography.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fast & Secure Shipping – All items are carefully packaged for safe delivery.

Don’t miss the chance to own a superb Vascoceras diartianum ammonite fossil – a standout from the ancient Cretaceous seas of Spain.

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This listing showcases a rare and scientifically valuable Vascoceras diartianum fossil ammonite, from the Lower Turonian stage of the Cretaceous Period (~94–90 million years ago). This beautifully preserved specimen was collected in Soria Burgos, Spain, a classic locality for mid-Cretaceous marine faunas.

Vascoceras is a genus of extinct ammonites within the family Acanthoceratidae, known for its stout, ornamented shell and significant role in Cretaceous biostratigraphy. Vascoceras species were nektonic predators that inhabited the tropical and subtropical seaways of the Cretaceous, and their fossils are excellent indicators for Turonian-aged deposits.

This specimen originates from the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, a historic assemblage of rare and expertly curated fossils. The photo shows the exact fossil you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube included for size reference. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every purchase to ensure provenance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Vascoceras diartianum
  • Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Geological Period: Lower Turonian, Cretaceous (~94–90 million years ago)
  • Location Found: Soria Burgos, Spain
  • Size: See image with 1cm scale cube
  • Authenticity: Guaranteed 100% Genuine – Certificate of Authenticity included
  • Image: You receive the exact specimen shown

Scientific and Collector Significance: Vascoceras diartianum is a key marker in Turonian ammonite zones and is prized by collectors and researchers alike for its distinctive morphology and paleobiological significance. Its presence helps define regional stratigraphy and offers insights into mid-Cretaceous ammonite evolution and palaeogeography.

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Fast & Secure Shipping – All items are carefully packaged for safe delivery.

Don’t miss the chance to own a superb Vascoceras diartianum ammonite fossil – a standout from the ancient Cretaceous seas of Spain.

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous
Origin

Spain

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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