RARE: Xanthilites bowerbanki Fossil Crab – Eocene, London Clay Formation, Warden Point, Sheppey, Kent, UK

Description

This listing offers a stunning fossil crab, Xanthilites bowerbanki, from the Eocene epoch (~50 million years old), discovered in the London Clay Formation, Warden Point, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, UK. This species represents a key part of the rich marine fauna that thrived in the warm, subtropical seas that once covered this region during the early Cenozoic era.

Fossil Information:

• Species: Xanthilites bowerbanki (Extinct Fossil Crab)
• Geological Period: Eocene (~50 million years ago)
• Formation: London Clay Formation
• Location: Warden Point, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, UK
• Size: Refer to scale in listing photos
• Preservation: Well-defined fossil with clear anatomical details

Key Features:

✔ Rare and well-preserved fossil crab from the Eocene London Clay

✔ Exceptional details preserved in natural matrix

✔ Originates from Warden Point, a globally recognized fossil locality

✔ Ideal for collectors, researchers, and museum displays

✔ Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Scientific & Historical Significance:

The London Clay Formation is one of the most famous fossil-bearing formations in the UK, dating back to the Eocene epoch (~50 million years ago). Fossils from this formation provide a fascinating window into ancient marine ecosystems. Xanthilites bowerbanki was part of an extinct group of crabs that lived in the shallow seas alongside early sharks, rays, mollusks, and other marine arthropods. These specimens offer crucial insights into the evolutionary history of crabs and their adaptation to marine environments.

Authenticity & Certification:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the listing photos is the exact one you will receive.

Why Buy From Us?

This fossil originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections in the world. We specialize in high-quality, professionally prepared fossils, ensuring authenticity and excellence for collectors, researchers, and educators alike.

A magnificent Xanthilites bowerbanki fossil crab from the Eocene London Clay, perfect for any serious collector or museum display. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare and scientifically significant fossil!