VERY RARE Heteromorph Ammonite Scaphites Discoscaphites nicolleti, Pierre Shales, Maastrichtian, Late Cretaceous: South Dakota, USA - COA
£ 36.00
This VERY RARE Heteromorph Ammonite, Scaphites Discoscaphites nicolleti, is an
exceptional fossil specimen from the Maastrichtian stage of the Late Cretaceous period. It was carefully collected from the Pierre Shales and Fox Hills Sandstone formations, located in Egremont, South Dakota, USA. This ammonite fossil is highly sought after due to its heteromorph shape, making it a unique and valuable addition to any fossil collection.GEOLOGY AND FOSSIL TYPE
• Fossil Type: Ammonite
• Species: Scaphites Discoscaphites nicolleti
• Geological Stage: Maastrichtian, Late Cretaceous
• Depositional Environment: Marine
• Zone: Pierre Shales, Fox Hills Sandstone
• Family: Acanthoscaphitidae
• Superfamily: Ammonoidea
• Order: AmmonitidaMORPHOLOGY FEATURES
• Heteromorph Shape: This ammonite features a rare and irregular coiling pattern, characteristic of heteromorphs like Discoscaphites. The spiral structure is distorted in comparison to the more typical, tightly wound ammonites.
• Suture Lines: It displays well-defined suture lines, a feature common in Scaphites and valuable for identification and study.
• Size and Dimensions: Please refer to the photo for full size details. A scale cube of 1cm is included in the images for size comparison.NOTABLE FEATURES
• Rare and Sought-After: The Discoscaphites nicolleti species is especially prized among fossil collectors due to its distinctive shape and rarity.
• Outstanding Preservation: The fossil shows excellent preservation, with details of the spiral structure and sutural details remaining well-defined.
• Appealing Aesthetic: This fossil’s irregular coiling makes it a unique and visually striking piece, ideal for display or as a scientific specimen.SCIENTIFIC AND HISTORICAL VALUE
• Fossils from the Maastrichtian stage are key to understanding the late Cretaceous marine environments. This fossil is an important example of Scaphites, a genus that lived during the Cretaceous period and is crucial to the study of ancient marine life and ammonite evolution.
• The Pierre Shales and Fox Hills Sandstone are known for yielding significant marine fossils, and this Scaphites ammonite enhances our understanding of the Cretaceous marine ecosystems.SIZE AND PRESENTATION
• Scale Cube: 1cm
• Full Size: Please refer to the photo for full size details. This fossil has been carefully selected for its remarkable preservation and rare features.
• The photo shown is the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring that you get exactly what you see in the listing. KEY SELLING POINTS
• 100% Genuine Fossil
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Rare ammonite from the Maastrichtian, Late Cretaceous period
• Discovered in the Pierre Shales and Fox Hills Sandstone, Egremont, South Dakota, USA
• Beautifully preserved with distinctive spiral coiling and sutural details
• Ideal for fossil collectors, scientific research, or as a unique display piece
• Perfect for marine life enthusiasts, ammonite collectors, or paleontology loversThis VERY RARE Heteromorph Ammonite, Scaphites Discoscaphites nicolleti, is an exceptional fossil specimen from the Late Cretaceous period. Its distinctive morphology and rare features make it a valuable addition to any fossil collection or a fantastic centerpiece for ammonite enthusiasts. The fossil is carefully selected for its excellent preservation and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its legitimacy and authenticity. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of Cretaceous marine history!
exceptional fossil specimen from the Maastrichtian stage of the Late Cretaceous period. It was carefully collected from the Pierre Shales and Fox Hills Sandstone formations, located in Egremont, South Dakota, USA. This ammonite fossil is highly sought after due to its heteromorph shape, making it a unique and valuable addition to any fossil collection.GEOLOGY AND FOSSIL TYPE
• Fossil Type: Ammonite
• Species: Scaphites Discoscaphites nicolleti
• Geological Stage: Maastrichtian, Late Cretaceous
• Depositional Environment: Marine
• Zone: Pierre Shales, Fox Hills Sandstone
• Family: Acanthoscaphitidae
• Superfamily: Ammonoidea
• Order: AmmonitidaMORPHOLOGY FEATURES
• Heteromorph Shape: This ammonite features a rare and irregular coiling pattern, characteristic of heteromorphs like Discoscaphites. The spiral structure is distorted in comparison to the more typical, tightly wound ammonites.
• Suture Lines: It displays well-defined suture lines, a feature common in Scaphites and valuable for identification and study.
• Size and Dimensions: Please refer to the photo for full size details. A scale cube of 1cm is included in the images for size comparison.NOTABLE FEATURES
• Rare and Sought-After: The Discoscaphites nicolleti species is especially prized among fossil collectors due to its distinctive shape and rarity.
• Outstanding Preservation: The fossil shows excellent preservation, with details of the spiral structure and sutural details remaining well-defined.
• Appealing Aesthetic: This fossil’s irregular coiling makes it a unique and visually striking piece, ideal for display or as a scientific specimen.SCIENTIFIC AND HISTORICAL VALUE
• Fossils from the Maastrichtian stage are key to understanding the late Cretaceous marine environments. This fossil is an important example of Scaphites, a genus that lived during the Cretaceous period and is crucial to the study of ancient marine life and ammonite evolution.
• The Pierre Shales and Fox Hills Sandstone are known for yielding significant marine fossils, and this Scaphites ammonite enhances our understanding of the Cretaceous marine ecosystems.SIZE AND PRESENTATION
• Scale Cube: 1cm
• Full Size: Please refer to the photo for full size details. This fossil has been carefully selected for its remarkable preservation and rare features.
• The photo shown is the actual specimen you will receive, ensuring that you get exactly what you see in the listing. KEY SELLING POINTS
• 100% Genuine Fossil
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Rare ammonite from the Maastrichtian, Late Cretaceous period
• Discovered in the Pierre Shales and Fox Hills Sandstone, Egremont, South Dakota, USA
• Beautifully preserved with distinctive spiral coiling and sutural details
• Ideal for fossil collectors, scientific research, or as a unique display piece
• Perfect for marine life enthusiasts, ammonite collectors, or paleontology loversThis VERY RARE Heteromorph Ammonite, Scaphites Discoscaphites nicolleti, is an exceptional fossil specimen from the Late Cretaceous period. Its distinctive morphology and rare features make it a valuable addition to any fossil collection or a fantastic centerpiece for ammonite enthusiasts. The fossil is carefully selected for its excellent preservation and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its legitimacy and authenticity. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of Cretaceous marine history!
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