Rare: 7" Fossil Nautilus (Cenoceras elegans) | Aptian | Cretaceous | Isle of Wight UK | Genuine Fossil + COA
£ 180.00
This listing is for a rare and genuine 7" fossil Nautilus – Cenoceras elegans,
from the Aptian Stage of the Lower Cretaceous, discovered at St Catherine’s Point, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom.A visually striking and scientifically significant specimen, this fossil provides a window into early Cretaceous marine environments, estimated to be around 120 to 113 million years old.All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm. Full sizing details are shown in the photo.You will receive the exact specimen pictured.Fossil Classification and Morphology
• Fossil Type: Nautiloid Cephalopod
• Genus: Cenoceras
• Species: Cenoceras elegans
• Order: Nautilida
• Family: Nautilidae
• Superfamily: Nautiloidea
• Morphology Features:
• Involute, gently coiled shell
• Rounded whorls with smooth or faintly ribbed flanks
• Central siphuncle, a key nautiloid trait
• Subtle suture patterns
• Well-preserved shell structure indicative of quiet water deposition
• Notable Aspects: Larger than average Aptian specimens; very rare from this specific UK localityGeological & Stratigraphic Context
• Locality: St Catherine’s Point, Isle of Wight, UK
• Stratigraphy: Lower Cretaceous
• Stage: Aptian
• Age: Approximately 120–113 million years ago
• Formation: Likely associated with Lower Greensand Group or localised Wealden transitional facies
• Depositional Environment: Shallow marine shelf, likely with low-energy conditions allowing for excellent fossil preservation
• Biozone: No precise ammonite zonation for nautiloids; broadly within Aptian ammonite biozonesScientific and Collector SignificanceCenoceras elegans is a nautiloid species with a wide historical range, but high-quality Lower Cretaceous specimens from British localities like the Isle of Wight are rare. Its excellent preservation, large size, and stratigraphic position make it both a desirable collector's piece and a valuable addition for educational or research purposes.What You Will Receive
• The exact Cenoceras elegans specimen shown
• Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
• Secure packaging for safe transit
• Tracked shipping (UK and international options available)If you are looking for a distinctive and display-worthy fossil from Britain’s rich Cretaceous heritage, this rare Cenoceras elegans from St Catherine’s Point is an exceptional find.
from the Aptian Stage of the Lower Cretaceous, discovered at St Catherine’s Point, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom.A visually striking and scientifically significant specimen, this fossil provides a window into early Cretaceous marine environments, estimated to be around 120 to 113 million years old.All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity.Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm. Full sizing details are shown in the photo.You will receive the exact specimen pictured.Fossil Classification and Morphology
• Fossil Type: Nautiloid Cephalopod
• Genus: Cenoceras
• Species: Cenoceras elegans
• Order: Nautilida
• Family: Nautilidae
• Superfamily: Nautiloidea
• Morphology Features:
• Involute, gently coiled shell
• Rounded whorls with smooth or faintly ribbed flanks
• Central siphuncle, a key nautiloid trait
• Subtle suture patterns
• Well-preserved shell structure indicative of quiet water deposition
• Notable Aspects: Larger than average Aptian specimens; very rare from this specific UK localityGeological & Stratigraphic Context
• Locality: St Catherine’s Point, Isle of Wight, UK
• Stratigraphy: Lower Cretaceous
• Stage: Aptian
• Age: Approximately 120–113 million years ago
• Formation: Likely associated with Lower Greensand Group or localised Wealden transitional facies
• Depositional Environment: Shallow marine shelf, likely with low-energy conditions allowing for excellent fossil preservation
• Biozone: No precise ammonite zonation for nautiloids; broadly within Aptian ammonite biozonesScientific and Collector SignificanceCenoceras elegans is a nautiloid species with a wide historical range, but high-quality Lower Cretaceous specimens from British localities like the Isle of Wight are rare. Its excellent preservation, large size, and stratigraphic position make it both a desirable collector's piece and a valuable addition for educational or research purposes.What You Will Receive
• The exact Cenoceras elegans specimen shown
• Certificate of Authenticity (COA)
• Secure packaging for safe transit
• Tracked shipping (UK and international options available)If you are looking for a distinctive and display-worthy fossil from Britain’s rich Cretaceous heritage, this rare Cenoceras elegans from St Catherine’s Point is an exceptional find.
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