Rare Craspedodiscus discofalcatus Fossil Ammonite – Lower Barremian, Cretaceous, Thorene Alps Maritime France – Genuine + COA
£ 24.00
A rare and beautifully preserved Craspedodiscus discofalcatus Fossil Ammonite,
from the Lower Barremian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, collected at Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France. This ammonite is a distinctive species with finely ribbed ornamentation and elegant shell structure, making it an excellent specimen for collectors and natural history enthusiasts. The exact fossil pictured is the one you will receive, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.Fossil Type & Species:
• Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
• Species: Craspedodiscus discofalcatus
• Order: Ammonitida
• Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
• Family: NeocomitidaeGeological Context:
• Period: Cretaceous
• Epoch/Stage: Lower Cretaceous – Barremian (approx. 129.4 to 125 million years ago)
• Biozone: Associated with Craspedodiscus faunas of the Lower Barremian, significant for ammonite zonal stratigraphy in SE France
• Depositional Environment: Marine platform deposits of limestones and marls, highly favourable to ammonite preservationLocality:
• Region: Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France
• Formation: Barremian limestone and marl sequences of the Provence BasinMorphology & Features:
• Moderately evolute shell with wide umbilicus
• Fine, dense ribbing extending continuously across the flanks and venter
• Symmetrical, compressed whorls with elegant ornamentation
• Distinctive rib structure diagnostic of Craspedodiscus discofalcatusScientific Notes:
• Craspedodiscus discofalcatus was first described in the 19th century during detailed studies of Cretaceous ammonite faunas of France
• This species is an important biostratigraphic marker for the Lower BarremianNotable Details:
• Excellent preservation with clear ribbing and natural detail
• 100% genuine specimen, unrestored
• Scale Reference: Each square or cube = 1cm. Please check the photo for accurate fossil sizeAuthenticity & Guarantee: All of our fossils are 100% genuine, responsibly sourced, and professionally curated. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every purchase. The fossil shown in the photo is the exact one you will receive. This Craspedodiscus discofalcatus ammonite is a rare and scientifically valuable specimen, perfect for collectors, educational use, or display.
from the Lower Barremian Stage of the Cretaceous Period, collected at Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France. This ammonite is a distinctive species with finely ribbed ornamentation and elegant shell structure, making it an excellent specimen for collectors and natural history enthusiasts. The exact fossil pictured is the one you will receive, and it comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.Fossil Type & Species:
• Type: Ammonite (extinct marine cephalopod)
• Species: Craspedodiscus discofalcatus
• Order: Ammonitida
• Superfamily: Perisphinctoidea
• Family: NeocomitidaeGeological Context:
• Period: Cretaceous
• Epoch/Stage: Lower Cretaceous – Barremian (approx. 129.4 to 125 million years ago)
• Biozone: Associated with Craspedodiscus faunas of the Lower Barremian, significant for ammonite zonal stratigraphy in SE France
• Depositional Environment: Marine platform deposits of limestones and marls, highly favourable to ammonite preservationLocality:
• Region: Thorene, Alpes-Maritimes, France
• Formation: Barremian limestone and marl sequences of the Provence BasinMorphology & Features:
• Moderately evolute shell with wide umbilicus
• Fine, dense ribbing extending continuously across the flanks and venter
• Symmetrical, compressed whorls with elegant ornamentation
• Distinctive rib structure diagnostic of Craspedodiscus discofalcatusScientific Notes:
• Craspedodiscus discofalcatus was first described in the 19th century during detailed studies of Cretaceous ammonite faunas of France
• This species is an important biostratigraphic marker for the Lower BarremianNotable Details:
• Excellent preservation with clear ribbing and natural detail
• 100% genuine specimen, unrestored
• Scale Reference: Each square or cube = 1cm. Please check the photo for accurate fossil sizeAuthenticity & Guarantee: All of our fossils are 100% genuine, responsibly sourced, and professionally curated. A Certificate of Authenticity is included with every purchase. The fossil shown in the photo is the exact one you will receive. This Craspedodiscus discofalcatus ammonite is a rare and scientifically valuable specimen, perfect for collectors, educational use, or display.
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