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Polished Jigsaw Ammonite Fossil
About the Item
A complete prehistoric polished jigsaw ammonite fossil, originating from Madagascar, presented on an exclusive museum-quality painted plaster base. A natural historical artefact, preserved by compression over millions of years!
Over 200 million years old, this ammonite fossil dates from the Triassic period and has been polished to create a beautiful glossy, lustre, revealing its complex structure. The striking, naturally formed pattern known as jigsaw showcases suture lines with a diversity of sedimental infills and calcite colours. It is a superb natural specimen, making quite the collector’s or sculptural artwork piece.
Specimen only: H17 x W21 x D4.5 cm, 1.73 kg. Comes with an exclusive medium custom-made display plinth - ø17 x H6.5 cm
- Dimensions:Height: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Prehistoric
- Condition:Good structural condition. This is a naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over millions of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.
- Seller Location:Wormelow, GB
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