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Opalised Ammonites Specimen Display
About the Item
A series of opalised ammonites arranged in a display, originating from Madagascar.
Once living creatures, these ammonites developed its array of shaped fossils over millions of years of compression, transforming into a striking piece.
This unique and interesting fossil would certainly make a stunning new display or decorative piece for any home or collectors cabinet.
More on Ammonites
This is a rare, spectacular and large specimen. Due to their familiar spiral shape shell, ammonites are one of the most recognisable fossils.
They are marine animal fossils from the Jurassic period between 240 and 65 million years ago. These molluscs are more closely related to octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish.
The fossils wash out of the cliffs and can be found mixed in the gravels of the beach.
Several species of minerals contributed to the fossilisation of the animals including pyrite.
Ammonite/s, which have variable features including crystalline, sediment or calcified segments.
Additional Information
Comes with an exclusive custom-made display board plinth.
Additional dimensions (specimen only)
30 x 26 x 11cm (11.81 x 10.24 x 4.33in). Weight 6.2kg.
- Dimensions:Height: 11.82 in (30 cm)Width: 10.24 in (26 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Prehistoric
- Condition:These natural prehistoric specimens were formed by nature over millions of years and later arranged into a display piece. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 343881stDibs: LU2096344043872
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