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Very rare toxocoitides sp. heteromorph ammonite fossil, aptian, cretaceous, blackdown formation, australia – ex alice purnell collection

Original price was: £540.00.Current price is: £432.00.

This listing features a very rare Toxocoitides sp. heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in the Blackdown Formation near the Walsh River, Queensland, Australia. This fossil highlights the unique, irregular coiling pattern that is characteristic of heteromorph ammonites, making it a fascinating addition to any collection.

The Toxocoitides sp. is a rare and sought-after genus, recognized for its distinctive morphology and evolutionary significance. This fossil is an exceptional piece of Earth’s history, dating back over 110 million years. Adding to its rarity and value, this specimen originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious ammonite collections in the world, ensuring its historical and scientific importance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Toxocoitides sp. (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Aptian, Cretaceous (~113-125 million years old)
  • Location: Blackdown Formation, Walsh River, Queensland, Australia
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

Each fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, providing full assurance of its authenticity and quality. The fossil shown in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for accurate sizing.

This fossil has been carefully chosen and expertly preserved to maintain its natural features and scientific value. It is an ideal addition to any fossil collection, a unique educational piece, or a stunning display of prehistoric marine life.

Don’t miss the chance to own this rare and scientifically significant ammonite fossil with impeccable provenance from the world-renowned Alice Purnell Collection. Order today to secure this extraordinary specimen!

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This listing features a very rare Toxocoitides sp. heteromorph ammonite fossil from the Aptian stage of the Cretaceous period, discovered in the Blackdown Formation near the Walsh River, Queensland, Australia. This fossil highlights the unique, irregular coiling pattern that is characteristic of heteromorph ammonites, making it a fascinating addition to any collection.

The Toxocoitides sp. is a rare and sought-after genus, recognized for its distinctive morphology and evolutionary significance. This fossil is an exceptional piece of Earth’s history, dating back over 110 million years. Adding to its rarity and value, this specimen originates from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most prestigious ammonite collections in the world, ensuring its historical and scientific importance.

Key Details:

  • Species: Toxocoitides sp. (heteromorph ammonite)
  • Age: Aptian, Cretaceous (~113-125 million years old)
  • Location: Blackdown Formation, Walsh River, Queensland, Australia
  • Provenance: Alice Purnell Collection

Each fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, providing full assurance of its authenticity and quality. The fossil shown in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive, with a scale rule featuring 1cm squares included for accurate sizing.

This fossil has been carefully chosen and expertly preserved to maintain its natural features and scientific value. It is an ideal addition to any fossil collection, a unique educational piece, or a stunning display of prehistoric marine life.

Don’t miss the chance to own this rare and scientifically significant ammonite fossil with impeccable provenance from the world-renowned Alice Purnell Collection. Order today to secure this extraordinary specimen!

Additional information

Weight 0.1 g
Dimensions 10 × 10 × 10 cm
Era

Cretaceous

Origin

Australia

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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