Rare Clambites striocostatus Fossil Ammonite – Middle Oxfordian, Upper Jurassic, Grafenberg Bavaria Germany – Genuine + COA
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A rare Clambites striocostatus Fossil Ammonite, from the Middle Oxfordian Stage
of the Upper Jurassic, collected at Grafenberg, Bavaria, Germany. This ammonite is a fine example of the genus Clambites, noted for its distinct ribbing and important role in Jurassic ammonite stratigraphy. The specimen shown in the photographs is the exact one you will receive, and it is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.Fossil Type & Species:
• Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
• Species: Clambites striocostatus
• Order: Ammonitida
• Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
• Family: PerisphinctidaeGeological Context:
• Period: Jurassic
• Epoch/Stage: Upper Jurassic – Middle Oxfordian (approx. 160 to 157.3 million years ago)
• Biozone: Associated with Transversarium Zone ammonite faunas, widely used in Oxfordian stratigraphy
• Formation: Oxfordian limestones of Bavaria
• Depositional Environment: Marine carbonate platform with fine limestone sedimentation, providing excellent preservation conditionsLocality:
• Region: Grafenberg, Bavaria, GermanyMorphology & Features:
• Evolute shell with moderately wide umbilicus
• Fine, dense ribbing extending across the flanks and over the venter
• Whorl structure moderately compressed with graceful coiling
• Diagnostic ribbing pattern characteristic of Clambites striocostatusScientific Notes:
• Clambites striocostatus was first described during detailed 19th-century studies of Jurassic ammonite faunas in Germany
• The genus Clambites is significant for biostratigraphic correlation within the Oxfordian Stage of the Upper JurassicNotable Details:
• Excellent preservation with detailed ribbing and shell form
• Rare German ammonite from a historically important fossil locality
• 100% genuine, natural fossil – no restoration
• Scale Reference: Each square or cube in the photo = 1cm. Please see images for accurate sizingAuthenticity & Guarantee: All of our fossils are 100% genuine, responsibly sourced, and professionally curated. Every purchase includes a Certificate of Authenticity. The fossil shown is the exact specimen you will receive. This Clambites striocostatus ammonite is a rare and scientifically valuable fossil from the Middle Oxfordian of Bavaria – an excellent choice for collectors, researchers, or natural history displays.
of the Upper Jurassic, collected at Grafenberg, Bavaria, Germany. This ammonite is a fine example of the genus Clambites, noted for its distinct ribbing and important role in Jurassic ammonite stratigraphy. The specimen shown in the photographs is the exact one you will receive, and it is supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity.Fossil Type & Species:
• Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
• Species: Clambites striocostatus
• Order: Ammonitida
• Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
• Family: PerisphinctidaeGeological Context:
• Period: Jurassic
• Epoch/Stage: Upper Jurassic – Middle Oxfordian (approx. 160 to 157.3 million years ago)
• Biozone: Associated with Transversarium Zone ammonite faunas, widely used in Oxfordian stratigraphy
• Formation: Oxfordian limestones of Bavaria
• Depositional Environment: Marine carbonate platform with fine limestone sedimentation, providing excellent preservation conditionsLocality:
• Region: Grafenberg, Bavaria, GermanyMorphology & Features:
• Evolute shell with moderately wide umbilicus
• Fine, dense ribbing extending across the flanks and over the venter
• Whorl structure moderately compressed with graceful coiling
• Diagnostic ribbing pattern characteristic of Clambites striocostatusScientific Notes:
• Clambites striocostatus was first described during detailed 19th-century studies of Jurassic ammonite faunas in Germany
• The genus Clambites is significant for biostratigraphic correlation within the Oxfordian Stage of the Upper JurassicNotable Details:
• Excellent preservation with detailed ribbing and shell form
• Rare German ammonite from a historically important fossil locality
• 100% genuine, natural fossil – no restoration
• Scale Reference: Each square or cube in the photo = 1cm. Please see images for accurate sizingAuthenticity & Guarantee: All of our fossils are 100% genuine, responsibly sourced, and professionally curated. Every purchase includes a Certificate of Authenticity. The fossil shown is the exact specimen you will receive. This Clambites striocostatus ammonite is a rare and scientifically valuable fossil from the Middle Oxfordian of Bavaria – an excellent choice for collectors, researchers, or natural history displays.
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