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Title: BAUCHIOCERAS NIGERENSE Fossil Ammonite – Turonian, Cretaceous, U Benoue, Nigeria – 100% Genuine with COA

£24.00

Introducing a rare and scientifically significant BAUCHIOCERAS NIGERENSE fossil ammonite, dating from the Turonian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in U Benoue, Nigeria. This fossil is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, known for its remarkable and well-preserved ammonites.

Geological Context:

This ammonite fossil originates from the Cretaceous period (approximately 93 – 89 million years ago), specifically the Turonian stage, a time of thriving marine biodiversity. The U Benoue region of Nigeria is renowned for its fossil-rich deposits, preserving ammonites and other marine organisms from the ancient seas that covered the area.

Fossil Type & Species:

  • Species: Bauchioceras nigerense
  • Family: Collignoniceratidae
  • Age: Cretaceous, Turonian (~93 – 89 million years old)
  • Formation: U Benoue Formation, Nigeria
  • Preservation: Excellent, showcasing distinct ribbing and well-defined suture patterns
  • Size: Please refer to the scale in the photos for exact dimensions (Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm)

Why Choose This Fossil?

✅ 100% Genuine Fossil – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity ✅ Remarkable Preservation – Features intricate suture lines and external ribbing ✅ Scientific & Historical Importance – From the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most esteemed ammonite collections in the world ✅ Ideal for Collectors, Researchers & Enthusiasts – A must-have for paleontologists, fossil collectors, and lovers of natural history ✅ The Fossil Pictured is the Exact One You Will Receive – High-resolution images provided for complete transparency

Shipping & Packaging:

  • Carefully packed for secure transit
  • Worldwide shipping available
  • Protective packaging with bubble wrap to ensure safe delivery

This Bauchioceras nigerense ammonite fossil is a fascinating piece of prehistoric marine history, making it an exceptional addition to any fossil collection. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a researcher, or someone passionate about Earth’s ancient life, this ammonite is a remarkable find.

➡ Order now to secure this genuine and rare ammonite fossil!

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Description

Introducing a rare and scientifically significant BAUCHIOCERAS NIGERENSE fossil ammonite, dating from the Turonian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in U Benoue, Nigeria. This fossil is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, known for its remarkable and well-preserved ammonites.

Geological Context:

This ammonite fossil originates from the Cretaceous period (approximately 93 – 89 million years ago), specifically the Turonian stage, a time of thriving marine biodiversity. The U Benoue region of Nigeria is renowned for its fossil-rich deposits, preserving ammonites and other marine organisms from the ancient seas that covered the area.

Fossil Type & Species:

  • Species: Bauchioceras nigerense
  • Family: Collignoniceratidae
  • Age: Cretaceous, Turonian (~93 – 89 million years old)
  • Formation: U Benoue Formation, Nigeria
  • Preservation: Excellent, showcasing distinct ribbing and well-defined suture patterns
  • Size: Please refer to the scale in the photos for exact dimensions (Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm)

Why Choose This Fossil?

✅ 100% Genuine Fossil – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity ✅ Remarkable Preservation – Features intricate suture lines and external ribbing ✅ Scientific & Historical Importance – From the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most esteemed ammonite collections in the world ✅ Ideal for Collectors, Researchers & Enthusiasts – A must-have for paleontologists, fossil collectors, and lovers of natural history ✅ The Fossil Pictured is the Exact One You Will Receive – High-resolution images provided for complete transparency

Shipping & Packaging:

  • Carefully packed for secure transit
  • Worldwide shipping available
  • Protective packaging with bubble wrap to ensure safe delivery

This Bauchioceras nigerense ammonite fossil is a fascinating piece of prehistoric marine history, making it an exceptional addition to any fossil collection. Whether you are a seasoned collector, a researcher, or someone passionate about Earth’s ancient life, this ammonite is a remarkable find.

➡ Order now to secure this genuine and rare ammonite fossil!

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous

Origin

Nigeria

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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