Thomasites Gongliensis Fossil Ammonite Lower Turonian Cretaceous Gombe Nigeria

Description

Product Identification

This listing features a Thomasites gongliensis fossil ammonite, identified as Lower Turonian, Cretaceous. The specimen locality is Gombe, Nigeria. Its formal identification makes it an appealing addition for fossil collectors, ammonite enthusiasts, palaeontology students and anyone interested in Cretaceous invertebrate fossils.

Thomasites gongliensis is an ammonite, an extinct marine cephalopod known from the fossil record. Ammonites are valued by collectors for their biological significance, their role in reconstructing ancient marine ecosystems and their importance in understanding Cretaceous geological history. The Thomasites name provides a specific taxonomic identification rather than a general ammonite classification, making this specimen particularly suitable for a focused fossil collection.

Geological Context

The specimen is identified as Lower Turonian, within the Cretaceous Period. The Turonian forms part of the Cretaceous geological timescale, a period noted for diverse marine life and widespread fossil-bearing deposits. Fossils from this interval are studied for their value in biostratigraphy, palaeoenvironmental research and the interpretation of ancient marine biodiversity.

The ammonite form is especially relevant to geological collections because ammonites are frequently used by palaeontologists as index fossils. Their evolutionary changes through time can help researchers compare rocks and fossil assemblages from different areas. This Lower Turonian identification therefore adds useful geological context to the specimen while retaining the distinctive collector appeal of a named fossil ammonite.

Locality and Collection

This specimen is associated with Gombe, Nigeria, and is From the Alice Purnell Collection. The Nigerian locality information provides an important geographical reference for display, cataloguing and comparative study. A specimen with a named identification, geological interval and locality can be incorporated into collections focused on African fossils, Cretaceous palaeontology, ammonites or regional geology.

The fossil is suitable for a private collection, educational display, natural history cabinet or geological study group. Its documented identification and collection association also make it a meaningful gift for fossil collectors and anyone with an interest in extinct marine life and Earth history.

Authenticity and Documentation

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.

The certificate wording is included as supplied and provides accompanying documentation for the fossil. Please retain the certificate with the specimen for future reference and collection records.

Photograph and Sizing

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Full sizing is shown in the photographs.

Please review the photographs carefully for the specimen’s presentation and visible details. The images are intended to show the exact fossil included in this listing, allowing collectors to assess its appearance before purchase. The photograph also provides the available sizing reference for display planning, storage and collection cataloguing.