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Subdiscosphinctes mindowe Fossil Ammonite – Oxfordian Jurassic – France – Genuine Specimen w/ Certificate

£12.60

This listing features a genuine Subdiscosphinctes mindowe fossil ammonite, unearthed from Oxfordian stage Jurassic deposits in France. You will receive exactly the specimen shown in the photos, with a 1cm scale cube provided for size reference. For full dimensions, please consult the image gallery.

Subdiscosphinctes mindowe is a member of the Perisphinctidae family, and is known for its evolute, planispiral shell with sharply defined ribbing and often fine bifurcating ribs. This specimen exemplifies classic morphology from the Upper Jurassic (Oxfordian), a time when ammonite diversity flourished in the shallow epicontinental seas that once covered much of Europe.

Geological & Palaeontological Details:

  • Species: Subdiscosphinctes mindowe
  • Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Geological Age: Jurassic Period
  • Stage: Oxfordian (Late Jurassic)
  • Location Found: France
  • Family: Perisphinctidae
  • Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Morphology Features: Evolute shell with ribbing, moderate to large whorls, bifurcating ribs typical of Subdiscosphinctes
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow marine platform settings, associated with carbonate sedimentation and episodic anoxic conditions
  • Biozone: Typically found within the Gregoryceras transversarium Zone (Oxfordian)
  • Formally Identified By: Species originally described and named based on French Jurassic collections; specific describer may vary with regional monographs.

Why Buy This Fossil?

  • 100% genuine and natural fossil specimen
  • Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • Ideal for collectors, educators, and palaeontology enthusiasts
  • Photo shows the exact fossil you will receive
  • Sourced ethically and prepared with professional care

This beautiful Subdiscosphinctes ammonite represents a fascinating window into Jurassic marine life and makes a superb addition to any fossil collection or educational display. Its striking form and preserved morphological features make it not only scientifically significant but also visually impressive.

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Description

This listing features a genuine Subdiscosphinctes mindowe fossil ammonite, unearthed from Oxfordian stage Jurassic deposits in France. You will receive exactly the specimen shown in the photos, with a 1cm scale cube provided for size reference. For full dimensions, please consult the image gallery.

Subdiscosphinctes mindowe is a member of the Perisphinctidae family, and is known for its evolute, planispiral shell with sharply defined ribbing and often fine bifurcating ribs. This specimen exemplifies classic morphology from the Upper Jurassic (Oxfordian), a time when ammonite diversity flourished in the shallow epicontinental seas that once covered much of Europe.

Geological & Palaeontological Details:

  • Species: Subdiscosphinctes mindowe
  • Fossil Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
  • Geological Age: Jurassic Period
  • Stage: Oxfordian (Late Jurassic)
  • Location Found: France
  • Family: Perisphinctidae
  • Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Morphology Features: Evolute shell with ribbing, moderate to large whorls, bifurcating ribs typical of Subdiscosphinctes
  • Depositional Environment: Shallow marine platform settings, associated with carbonate sedimentation and episodic anoxic conditions
  • Biozone: Typically found within the Gregoryceras transversarium Zone (Oxfordian)
  • Formally Identified By: Species originally described and named based on French Jurassic collections; specific describer may vary with regional monographs.

Why Buy This Fossil?

  • 100% genuine and natural fossil specimen
  • Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
  • Ideal for collectors, educators, and palaeontology enthusiasts
  • Photo shows the exact fossil you will receive
  • Sourced ethically and prepared with professional care

This beautiful Subdiscosphinctes ammonite represents a fascinating window into Jurassic marine life and makes a superb addition to any fossil collection or educational display. Its striking form and preserved morphological features make it not only scientifically significant but also visually impressive.

Additional information

Era

Jurassic

Origin

France

Jurassic Information

The Jurassic Period (201–145 million years ago) was the golden age of dinosaurs, with iconic species like Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, and Allosaurus dominating the land. It was a time of warm, humid climates, with high sea levels that created vast shallow seas, supporting abundant marine reptiles, ammonites, and early coral reefs. The first birds, such as Archaeopteryx, evolved from small theropod dinosaurs, while early mammals remained small and nocturnal. Lush forests of cycads, conifers, and ferns covered the land, providing food for giant herbivores. The breakup of the supercontinent Pangaea accelerated, shaping Earth's geography and setting the stage for the diverse ecosystems of the Cretaceous.

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