Description
Presenting an extraordinary VASCOCERAS GAMAI fossil ammonite, from the Lower Turonian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in Gombe, Nigeria. This carefully chosen specimen is part of the prestigious Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most comprehensive ammonite collections in the world.
Geological Context:
- Formation: Gombe Formation
- Age: Cretaceous, Lower Turonian (approximately 93 – 89 million years ago)
- Location: Gombe, Nigeria
- Significance: The Gombe Formation is renowned for its rich marine fossil deposits, preserving a variety of ancient marine life from the Cretaceous seas.
Fossil Type & Species:
- Species: Vascoceras gamai
- Family: Vascoceratidae
- Age: Cretaceous, Lower Turonian (~93 – 89 million years old)
- Formation: Gombe Formation, Nigeria
- Preservation: Excellent, with prominent 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 ✅ Impressive Preservation – Displays distinct ribbing and intricate shell patterns ✅ From the Renowned Alice Purnell Collection – One of the world’s most notable ammonite collections ✅ Ideal for Collectors, Researchers & Fossil Enthusiasts – A valuable addition to any natural history or fossil collection ✅ Exact Specimen Shown – The fossil pictured is the exact one you will receive
Shipping & Packaging:
- Carefully packed for safe worldwide shipping
- Bubble wrap and reinforced packaging used for secure delivery
This Vascoceras gamai ammonite fossil offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Earth’s ancient marine history. Whether you are a dedicated collector, a researcher, or simply captivated by prehistoric life, this fossil is a significant and fascinating specimen.
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