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Small echinoid fossil - salenia prestensis - cretaceous, aptian, morella spain - genuine specimen with certificate

Small echinoid fossil – salenia prestensis – cretaceous, aptian, morella spain – genuine specimen with certificate

£12.00

This listing features a beautifully preserved small echinoid fossil of the species Salenia prestensis, sourced from the Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period in the Morella region, Castellón province, Spain. This genuine fossil showcases the characteristic features of this extinct sea urchin, offering both scientific value and aesthetic charm.

Salenia prestensis belonged to a genus of regular echinoids that lived during the Lower Cretaceous. These marine echinoderms are recognized by their spherical to slightly flattened tests, covered with tiny tubercles and spines in life. Fossils of this genus are relatively rare and sought after, particularly from the rich sedimentary beds of the Iberian Peninsula.

The exact fossil shown in the photographs is what you will receive, accompanied by a 1cm scale cube for sizing reference.

Geological & Fossil Context:

  • Species: Salenia prestensis (Regular Echinoid)
  • Type: Fossilised sea urchin (echinoderm)
  • Formation: Cretaceous marine limestone
  • Location: Morella, Castellón Province, Spain
  • Age: Aptian Stage, Lower Cretaceous (~125–113 million years ago)

Fossil Features:

  • Preservation: Excellent preservation of surface texture and overall form
  • Preparation: Carefully cleaned to reveal natural detail
  • Condition: 100% genuine and stable, suitable for display or study

Product Highlights:

  • Genuine Salenia prestensis echinoid fossil
  • Sourced from a classic Cretaceous locality in Spain
  • Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • An ideal piece for collectors, educators, or natural history enthusiasts

The Aptian marine deposits near Morella are well-known for producing high-quality fossils, and this echinoid is a perfect example of the biodiversity that flourished in Cretaceous seas. With its detailed morphology and historical significance, this fossil is both a decorative and educational treasure.

Please review all photos for size and detail. The item shown is the exact specimen you will receive.

Own a rare and exquisite Salenia prestensis echinoid fossil from Spain’s ancient seas.

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This listing features a beautifully preserved small echinoid fossil of the species Salenia prestensis, sourced from the Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period in the Morella region, Castellón province, Spain. This genuine fossil showcases the characteristic features of this extinct sea urchin, offering both scientific value and aesthetic charm.

Salenia prestensis belonged to a genus of regular echinoids that lived during the Lower Cretaceous. These marine echinoderms are recognized by their spherical to slightly flattened tests, covered with tiny tubercles and spines in life. Fossils of this genus are relatively rare and sought after, particularly from the rich sedimentary beds of the Iberian Peninsula.

The exact fossil shown in the photographs is what you will receive, accompanied by a 1cm scale cube for sizing reference.

Geological & Fossil Context:

  • Species: Salenia prestensis (Regular Echinoid)
  • Type: Fossilised sea urchin (echinoderm)
  • Formation: Cretaceous marine limestone
  • Location: Morella, Castellón Province, Spain
  • Age: Aptian Stage, Lower Cretaceous (~125–113 million years ago)

Fossil Features:

  • Preservation: Excellent preservation of surface texture and overall form
  • Preparation: Carefully cleaned to reveal natural detail
  • Condition: 100% genuine and stable, suitable for display or study

Product Highlights:

  • Genuine Salenia prestensis echinoid fossil
  • Sourced from a classic Cretaceous locality in Spain
  • Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
  • An ideal piece for collectors, educators, or natural history enthusiasts

The Aptian marine deposits near Morella are well-known for producing high-quality fossils, and this echinoid is a perfect example of the biodiversity that flourished in Cretaceous seas. With its detailed morphology and historical significance, this fossil is both a decorative and educational treasure.

Please review all photos for size and detail. The item shown is the exact specimen you will receive.

Own a rare and exquisite Salenia prestensis echinoid fossil from Spain’s ancient seas.

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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