8" DUROTRIGENSIA DORSETENSIS Fossil Ammonite Jurassic Coast Inferior Oolite Dorset UK
£ 240.00
This outstanding 8" specimen of Durotrigensia dorsetensis is a rare and
scientifically significant fossil ammonite from the renowned Jurassic Coast. It was discovered on 17 January 2025 at Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK by our trusted team members, Alister and Alison, and was expertly cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison.The fossil is from the Inferior Oolite Formation, a classic Middle Jurassic limestone known for its exceptional preservation of marine life. The exact specimen photographed is the one you will receive, and the scale cube shown is 1cm for reference.Scientific & Geological Information:
• Species: Durotrigensia dorsetensis (S.S. Buckman, 1921)
• Family: Morphoceratidae
• Superfamily: Stephanoceratoidea
• Order: Ammonitida
• Geological Stage: Bajocian (Middle Jurassic)
• Formation: Inferior Oolite
• Zone: Likely the Garantiana Zone
• Biozone: Parkinsonia biozone (contextually associated)
• Depositional Environment: Warm, shallow marine platform with oolitic limestone formation
• Morphology Features: Evolute shell, coarse ribbing, strong keels and occasional tuberculation, typical of the genus and indicative of a nektonic lifestyle
• Notable: Large, well-preserved display piece from a restricted and geologically significant coastal siteWhy Choose This Fossil?
• 100% genuine specimen with verified provenance
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Discovered and prepared by our own team
• An impressive collector’s specimen from the historic Jurassic Coast
• Ideal for display, education, or serious fossil collectionsShipping & Handling:
• Secure, professional packaging
• Ships worldwide with trackingDon’t miss the opportunity to own a museum-quality ammonite from one of the UK’s most famous fossil sites.All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
scientifically significant fossil ammonite from the renowned Jurassic Coast. It was discovered on 17 January 2025 at Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK by our trusted team members, Alister and Alison, and was expertly cleaned, prepped, and treated by Alison.The fossil is from the Inferior Oolite Formation, a classic Middle Jurassic limestone known for its exceptional preservation of marine life. The exact specimen photographed is the one you will receive, and the scale cube shown is 1cm for reference.Scientific & Geological Information:
• Species: Durotrigensia dorsetensis (S.S. Buckman, 1921)
• Family: Morphoceratidae
• Superfamily: Stephanoceratoidea
• Order: Ammonitida
• Geological Stage: Bajocian (Middle Jurassic)
• Formation: Inferior Oolite
• Zone: Likely the Garantiana Zone
• Biozone: Parkinsonia biozone (contextually associated)
• Depositional Environment: Warm, shallow marine platform with oolitic limestone formation
• Morphology Features: Evolute shell, coarse ribbing, strong keels and occasional tuberculation, typical of the genus and indicative of a nektonic lifestyle
• Notable: Large, well-preserved display piece from a restricted and geologically significant coastal siteWhy Choose This Fossil?
• 100% genuine specimen with verified provenance
• Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Discovered and prepared by our own team
• An impressive collector’s specimen from the historic Jurassic Coast
• Ideal for display, education, or serious fossil collectionsShipping & Handling:
• Secure, professional packaging
• Ships worldwide with trackingDon’t miss the opportunity to own a museum-quality ammonite from one of the UK’s most famous fossil sites.All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
