Pseudoholaster suborbicularis Echinoid Fossil Cretaceous UK COA Genuine Albian Devon Whitecliff Wilmington Sea Urchin
£ 12.60
Genuine Pseudoholaster suborbicularis Echinoid Fossil from DevonThis Pseudoholaster suborbicularis echinoid fossil is a genuine Lower Cretaceous
specimen from Whitecliff, Wilmington, Devon, UK. Dating from the Albian Stage, this carefully chosen fossil represents a fossil sea urchin from the ancient marine environments that once covered parts of southern Britain during the Cretaceous Period. It is an attractive natural history specimen with strong geological interest, classic echinoid appeal and a desirable British fossil locality.The photograph shows the actual fossil you will receive, making this an individual specimen rather than a stock image or representative example. For full sizing and visible condition, please see the listing photo. This fossil is a genuine specimen and includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.Fossil Type and Species InterestPseudoholaster suborbicularis is a fossil echinoid, commonly known as a fossil sea urchin. Echinoids are marine animals belonging to the phylum Echinodermata, the same broad group as modern sea urchins, sand dollars, starfish and crinoids. The part most commonly preserved as a fossil is the test, a rigid shell-like structure made from interlocking plates of calcium carbonate.Pseudoholaster is an irregular echinoid, meaning its body form is more specialised than the fully rounded symmetry of many regular sea urchins. Irregular echinoids often developed shapes adapted for life on or partly within soft sea-floor sediment. The species name suborbicularis refers to its broadly rounded or nearly circular outline, giving the fossil a compact, pleasing form that is highly suitable for display.In life, Pseudoholaster would have lived on the Cretaceous seabed, using tube feet and spines for movement, feeding and interaction with the surrounding sediment. The test may preserve natural plate patterns, ambulacral areas and overall symmetry, offering a clear insight into the structure of the animal. Fossil echinoids are especially popular with collectors because they combine natural beauty, recognisable form and scientific value.Geology, Age and Albian SettingThis specimen comes from the Lower Cretaceous, specifically the Albian Stage. The Albian represents the later part of the Early Cretaceous, a time when sea levels were rising and marine environments spread across many parts of Europe. In southern Britain, changing coastlines and shallow marine conditions supported a rich ecosystem of echinoids, bivalves, brachiopods, ammonites, gastropods, fish and other marine life.The sediments that preserved fossils such as Pseudoholaster suborbicularis were laid down on ancient sea floors where shells, tests and skeletal remains could become buried. Over millions of years, these remains were mineralised and preserved within sedimentary rock, creating fossils that record the life of the Cretaceous seas.Echinoids are particularly useful for understanding ancient seabed environments because their shapes often reflect their lifestyle. A rounded irregular echinoid such as Pseudoholaster suggests an animal adapted to living close to or within soft marine sediment, feeding and moving across the sea floor as part of a diverse Cretaceous ecosystem.Whitecliff, Wilmington LocalityWhitecliff, Wilmington in Devon is associated with fossil-bearing Cretaceous deposits and forms part of the wider geological story of southwest England. Fossils from Devon localities are valued by collectors for their British provenance, natural character and connection to ancient marine environments.A Pseudoholaster suborbicularis echinoid from Whitecliff combines a named fossil species, a defined Albian age and a desirable UK locality. This makes it an appealing addition to collections focused on British fossils, Cretaceous fossils, echinoids, fossil sea urchins, palaeontology or natural history display specimens.Authenticity and PresentationThis Pseudoholaster suborbicularis echinoid fossil is a genuine specimen selected for its natural character, geological interest and display quality. It is supplied exactly as shown in the listing photograph, so the fossil pictured is the actual piece you will receive.The included Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card provides reassurance for collectors, educators, gift buyers and natural history enthusiasts. This makes the fossil suitable for a serious fossil collection, educational use or display in a cabinet, study, classroom, office or geology-themed room.Display, Collecting and Educational ValueThis Pseudoholaster suborbicularis fossil echinoid is ideal for collectors of British fossils, Cretaceous fossils, fossil sea urchins and natural history specimens. Its Lower Cretaceous age, Albian geological setting, Devon locality and distinctive rounded echinoid form give it excellent appeal as both a display fossil and an educational specimen.As a genuine Lower Cretaceous echinoid from Devon, this fossil offers a direct connection to the ancient marine environments that existed millions of years ago. It would make an excellent fossil gift, collector’s item, teaching specimen or display piece for anyone interested in echinoids, sea urchins, palaeontology, British geology and the fossil-rich marine deposits of the Cretaceous Period.
specimen from Whitecliff, Wilmington, Devon, UK. Dating from the Albian Stage, this carefully chosen fossil represents a fossil sea urchin from the ancient marine environments that once covered parts of southern Britain during the Cretaceous Period. It is an attractive natural history specimen with strong geological interest, classic echinoid appeal and a desirable British fossil locality.The photograph shows the actual fossil you will receive, making this an individual specimen rather than a stock image or representative example. For full sizing and visible condition, please see the listing photo. This fossil is a genuine specimen and includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card.Fossil Type and Species InterestPseudoholaster suborbicularis is a fossil echinoid, commonly known as a fossil sea urchin. Echinoids are marine animals belonging to the phylum Echinodermata, the same broad group as modern sea urchins, sand dollars, starfish and crinoids. The part most commonly preserved as a fossil is the test, a rigid shell-like structure made from interlocking plates of calcium carbonate.Pseudoholaster is an irregular echinoid, meaning its body form is more specialised than the fully rounded symmetry of many regular sea urchins. Irregular echinoids often developed shapes adapted for life on or partly within soft sea-floor sediment. The species name suborbicularis refers to its broadly rounded or nearly circular outline, giving the fossil a compact, pleasing form that is highly suitable for display.In life, Pseudoholaster would have lived on the Cretaceous seabed, using tube feet and spines for movement, feeding and interaction with the surrounding sediment. The test may preserve natural plate patterns, ambulacral areas and overall symmetry, offering a clear insight into the structure of the animal. Fossil echinoids are especially popular with collectors because they combine natural beauty, recognisable form and scientific value.Geology, Age and Albian SettingThis specimen comes from the Lower Cretaceous, specifically the Albian Stage. The Albian represents the later part of the Early Cretaceous, a time when sea levels were rising and marine environments spread across many parts of Europe. In southern Britain, changing coastlines and shallow marine conditions supported a rich ecosystem of echinoids, bivalves, brachiopods, ammonites, gastropods, fish and other marine life.The sediments that preserved fossils such as Pseudoholaster suborbicularis were laid down on ancient sea floors where shells, tests and skeletal remains could become buried. Over millions of years, these remains were mineralised and preserved within sedimentary rock, creating fossils that record the life of the Cretaceous seas.Echinoids are particularly useful for understanding ancient seabed environments because their shapes often reflect their lifestyle. A rounded irregular echinoid such as Pseudoholaster suggests an animal adapted to living close to or within soft marine sediment, feeding and moving across the sea floor as part of a diverse Cretaceous ecosystem.Whitecliff, Wilmington LocalityWhitecliff, Wilmington in Devon is associated with fossil-bearing Cretaceous deposits and forms part of the wider geological story of southwest England. Fossils from Devon localities are valued by collectors for their British provenance, natural character and connection to ancient marine environments.A Pseudoholaster suborbicularis echinoid from Whitecliff combines a named fossil species, a defined Albian age and a desirable UK locality. This makes it an appealing addition to collections focused on British fossils, Cretaceous fossils, echinoids, fossil sea urchins, palaeontology or natural history display specimens.Authenticity and PresentationThis Pseudoholaster suborbicularis echinoid fossil is a genuine specimen selected for its natural character, geological interest and display quality. It is supplied exactly as shown in the listing photograph, so the fossil pictured is the actual piece you will receive.The included Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card provides reassurance for collectors, educators, gift buyers and natural history enthusiasts. This makes the fossil suitable for a serious fossil collection, educational use or display in a cabinet, study, classroom, office or geology-themed room.Display, Collecting and Educational ValueThis Pseudoholaster suborbicularis fossil echinoid is ideal for collectors of British fossils, Cretaceous fossils, fossil sea urchins and natural history specimens. Its Lower Cretaceous age, Albian geological setting, Devon locality and distinctive rounded echinoid form give it excellent appeal as both a display fossil and an educational specimen.As a genuine Lower Cretaceous echinoid from Devon, this fossil offers a direct connection to the ancient marine environments that existed millions of years ago. It would make an excellent fossil gift, collector’s item, teaching specimen or display piece for anyone interested in echinoids, sea urchins, palaeontology, British geology and the fossil-rich marine deposits of the Cretaceous Period.
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