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Very Rare Plesioturrilites brazoensis Heteromorph Ammonite Fossil – Albian, Cretaceous – Fort Worth, Texas, USA – Alice Purnell Collection

Very Rare Plesioturrilites brazoensis Heteromorph Ammonite Fossil – Albian, Cretaceous – Fort Worth, Texas, USA – Alice Purnell Collection

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This listing presents a Very Rare Plesioturrilites brazoensis heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Albian Stage of the Lower Cretaceous Period, approximately 113 to 100 million years ago. It was discovered near Fort Worth, Texas, USA, and is part of the renowned Alice Purnell Collection.

Plesioturrilites brazoensis is a distinctive species of heteromorph ammonite, known for its uncoiled and irregularly spiraled shell, which breaks away from the typical planispiral form seen in most ammonites. Belonging to the family Turrilitidae, these marine cephalopods are highly sought after for their unusual morphology and rarity.

The Albian Stage, part of the Lower Cretaceous, was characterised by warm shallow seas that covered much of what is now Texas. The region around Fort Worth was part of the Western Interior Seaway, a rich marine environment teeming with prehistoric life, including ammonites, marine reptiles, and early sharks. Fossils from this area are prized for their preservation and geological significance.

This specimen of Plesioturrilites brazoensis beautifully exhibits the unique coiling and surface ornamentation that defines the genus. Its ribbed shell structure and rare preservation make it a prime addition for any collector, educator, or enthusiast of paleontology.

 

Item Details:

  • Species: Plesioturrilites brazoensis
  • Type: Heteromorph Ammonite Fossil
  • Age: Albian, Lower Cretaceous (approx. 113–100 million years ago)
  • Geological Location: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
  • Formation: Cretaceous Marine Deposits
  • Collection: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included
  • Scale Reference: Scale rule square/cube = 1cm. See photos for full sizing.

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The images show the exact specimen you will receive. Each fossil is individually selected and professionally photographed. Dimensions are accurate to the best extent, but slight variation may occur due to natural irregularities. Colours can differ slightly depending on lighting conditions and device display settings. Some fossils may be propped up for display purposes in photos.

After this item is sold, a new specimen will be uploaded with fresh photography and details. We suggest taking a screenshot for your reference upon purchase. We also retain a full photographic archive.

 

Own a spectacular piece of Cretaceous marine history – a rare heteromorph ammonite fossil from the ancient seaway of Texas.

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This listing presents a Very Rare Plesioturrilites brazoensis heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Albian Stage of the Lower Cretaceous Period, approximately 113 to 100 million years ago. It was discovered near Fort Worth, Texas, USA, and is part of the renowned Alice Purnell Collection.

Plesioturrilites brazoensis is a distinctive species of heteromorph ammonite, known for its uncoiled and irregularly spiraled shell, which breaks away from the typical planispiral form seen in most ammonites. Belonging to the family Turrilitidae, these marine cephalopods are highly sought after for their unusual morphology and rarity.

The Albian Stage, part of the Lower Cretaceous, was characterised by warm shallow seas that covered much of what is now Texas. The region around Fort Worth was part of the Western Interior Seaway, a rich marine environment teeming with prehistoric life, including ammonites, marine reptiles, and early sharks. Fossils from this area are prized for their preservation and geological significance.

This specimen of Plesioturrilites brazoensis beautifully exhibits the unique coiling and surface ornamentation that defines the genus. Its ribbed shell structure and rare preservation make it a prime addition for any collector, educator, or enthusiast of paleontology.

 

Item Details:

  • Species: Plesioturrilites brazoensis
  • Type: Heteromorph Ammonite Fossil
  • Age: Albian, Lower Cretaceous (approx. 113–100 million years ago)
  • Geological Location: Fort Worth, Texas, United States
  • Formation: Cretaceous Marine Deposits
  • Collection: Alice Purnell Collection
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included
  • Scale Reference: Scale rule square/cube = 1cm. See photos for full sizing.

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The images show the exact specimen you will receive. Each fossil is individually selected and professionally photographed. Dimensions are accurate to the best extent, but slight variation may occur due to natural irregularities. Colours can differ slightly depending on lighting conditions and device display settings. Some fossils may be propped up for display purposes in photos.

After this item is sold, a new specimen will be uploaded with fresh photography and details. We suggest taking a screenshot for your reference upon purchase. We also retain a full photographic archive.

 

Own a spectacular piece of Cretaceous marine history – a rare heteromorph ammonite fossil from the ancient seaway of Texas.

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous
Origin

USA

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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