Very Rare 7.5″ Eparietites impendens Fossil Ammonite Macroconch Lower Jurassic

Description

Fossil Identification

This listing is for a very rare 7.5-inch Eparietites impendens fossil ammonite, identified as a macroconch. The specimen is associated with the Lower Jurassic and is an especially appealing choice for fossil collectors, ammonite enthusiasts, palaeontology displays and geological collections.

The photograph shows the actual specimen you will receive.

Geological Context

This Eparietites impendens ammonite comes from the Frodingham Ironstone Formation of the Lower Lias, Lower Jurassic. Its stratigraphic details are recorded as the Denotatus Subzone within the Obtusum Zone. These geological designations place the specimen within a specific interval of Early Jurassic rock succession, adding important scientific and collecting context to the fossil.

The Frodingham Ironstone Formation is part of the Lower Jurassic geology of the Scunthorpe area in North Lincolnshire, England. Ammonites are extinct marine cephalopods whose coiled shells are widely used in biostratigraphy because different forms can be associated with particular intervals of geological time. The presence of a named species, macroconch identification, formation, subzone and zone makes this specimen particularly interesting for collectors who value documented geological information alongside visual appeal.

Specimen Details

The fossil measures 7.5 inches as stated in the product name. Full sizing is shown in the photographs. The specimen is identified as Eparietites impendens and is described as a macroconch, a term used in ammonite palaeontology for the larger shell form within a dimorphic pair. Its named identification and stratigraphic information make it suitable for study, display or inclusion in a specialist ammonite collection.

This fossil was collected at Conesby Quarry, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, England. From the Alice Purnell Collection. The stated locality connects the specimen to a recognised Lower Jurassic collecting area and provides useful context for display labels, educational use and personal collection records.

Certificate of Authenticity

This Fossil is a genuine specimen and Includes a fully hand-signed Premium Certificate of Authenticity.

The certificate provides an important accompanying record for this collectible fossil and is supplied with the specimen as stated. It can be retained with the ammonite for collection documentation or displayed alongside the fossil.

Display and Collecting

With its named ammonite identification, macroconch designation and detailed Lower Jurassic stratigraphic information, this Eparietites impendens is suited to collectors seeking a scientifically labelled fossil rather than an unlocalised decorative specimen. It can be presented in a home collection, study, office, classroom or museum-style display where geological age, formation and locality are important parts of the exhibit.

The combination of the Frodingham Ironstone Formation, Denotatus Subzone, Obtusum Zone and Conesby Quarry locality gives the specimen a strong geological narrative. Its connection with the Alice Purnell Collection and accompanying hand-signed premium certificate further supports its presentation as a documented collectible fossil.