Description
This listing features a well-preserved regular echinoid fossil, discovered on 24 March 2025 by our expert fossil hunting team Alister and Alison at Seaton, Devon, United Kingdom. This elegant sea urchin fossil has been carefully cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison, highlighting its natural form and preserving its delicate features.
Regular echinoids are symmetrical sea urchins that lived during the Cretaceous period, often found in Greensand deposits. These echinoids are known for their globular tests and neatly spaced tubercles which supported spines, playing an important role in the ecosystem of ancient shallow seas.
The fossil shown in the photographs is the exact specimen you will receive, with a 1cm scale cube included for accurate size reference.
Geological & Fossil Context:
- Species: Regular Echinoid (exact genus undetermined)
- Type: Fossilised marine invertebrate (sea urchin)
- Formation: Greensand
- Location: Seaton, Devon, United Kingdom
- Age: Cretaceous (~145–66 million years ago)
Fossil Features:
- Preservation: Excellent, with full shell structure and surface detail
- Preparation: Expertly cleaned, treated, and stabilised by Alison
- Condition: Ideal for handling, educational use, or display
Product Highlights:
- 100% Genuine Cretaceous Fossil
- Discovered and prepared by Alister & Alison
- Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
- Great for collectors, educators, and fossil lovers
The Greensand strata of Seaton are known for their fossil diversity, and this regular echinoid fossil offers a wonderful glimpse into ancient marine life. Whether you’re building a collection or searching for a scientifically meaningful gift, this specimen is a standout piece.
Please refer to the photographs for full detail and scale. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive.
Secure your piece of Earth’s history with this authentic Cretaceous echinoid fossil from Devon.
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