Somerset Cut & Polished Limestone Ammonite, Beacon Limestone, Jurassic, Ilminster, Somerset, UK – Genuine Fossil with COA

Description

Somerset Cut & Polished Limestone Ammonite – Beacon Limestone, Jurassic: Ilminster, Somerset, UK

This cut and polished ammonite is a stunning fossil specimen from the Beacon Limestone, found in Ilminster, Somerset, UK. The ammonite is preserved in limestone from the Jurassic period, specifically the Beacon Limestone Formation. The fossil is expertly cut and polished, allowing you to admire its intricate patterns and details. It is a beautiful addition to any fossil collection, and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its genuine nature.

Fossil Identification & Provenance:

• Species: Ammonite (species not specified, but typical of the Beacon Limestone formations)
• Location: Ilminster, Somerset, UK – Beacon Limestone
• Geological Age: Jurassic Period
• Depositional Environment: Formed in marine environments during the Jurassic period, preserved in limestone deposits.

Physical Features:

• Size: Please refer to the scale cube in the photo (1cm scale).
• Weight: Full weight details available upon request.
• Preservation: The ammonite fossil has been carefully cut and polished to reveal its intricate structure and beauty.

Species Information:

• This fossil likely belongs to a species of ammonite that lived during the Jurassic period. Ammonites were marine mollusks related to squids, octopuses, and cuttlefish, with coiled shells that are often preserved in limestone deposits.
• The Beacon Limestone formation is renowned for producing high-quality ammonite fossils that are highly sought after by collectors due to their preserved detail and beautiful patterns.

Geological Context:

• Zone: Jurassic Period, from the Beacon Limestone Formation.
• Morphology Features: The fossil shows the characteristic coiled shell of ammonites, with distinct whorls and ridges that define the species.
• Notable: This ammonite is preserved in limestone, which is characteristic of the Jurassic marine deposits found in Somerset.
• Depositional Environment: Marine – The ammonite lived in a shallow sea environment that existed during the Jurassic period, often found in limestone layers.
• Geological Stage: Jurassic Period
• Family: Likely within the Ammonitidae family, which includes many species of ammonites from the Jurassic period.
• Super Family: Ammonoidea
• Order: Ammonitida

Certificate of Authenticity:

• This ammonite is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity ensuring its provenance from the Beacon Limestone, Ilminster, Somerset, and its geological age from the Jurassic period.
• The Certificate of Authenticity guarantees the fossil’s authenticity and provides full details of the specimen’s origin and significance.

Why Choose This Fossil?:

• Genuine Fossil: This ammonite fossil is a genuine specimen, carefully collected from the Beacon Limestone of Ilminster, Somerset, and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.
• Expertly Polished: The fossil has been cut and polished, revealing its beautiful, intricate details, and making it perfect for display or as part of a collection.
• Educational Value: This fossil is ideal for educational purposes, as it showcases the marine life of the Jurassic period.
• Ideal for Collectors: A rare, authentic ammonite fossil from the Beacon Limestone of Somerset, ideal for collectors or those fascinated by Jurassic marine life.
• Decorative Display: A beautiful decorative fossil that can enhance your home or office as part of a fossil collection.

Thank you for considering this stunning cut and polished ammonite from the Jurassic period. It’s perfect for fossil collectors, educators, or anyone interested in ancient marine life. If you have any questions or need further details, feel free to contact us!