Haugia Phillipsi Ammonite Fossil Toarcian North Yorkshire UK Genuine COA
£ 10.20
Genuine Haugia phillipsi Ammonite FossilThis listing is for a genuine Haugia phillipsi ammonite fossil from the Lower
Jurassic, Upper Toarcian stage, collected from North Yorkshire, UK. This fossil is a carefully chosen specimen, and the photo shows the actual ammonite you will receive, making it an excellent choice for collectors of British fossils, Jurassic ammonites, fossil cephalopods, and natural history specimens.Lower Jurassic Age and Toarcian GeologyHaugia phillipsi lived during the Toarcian stage of the Lower Jurassic, approximately 184 to 174 million years ago. The Upper Toarcian represents the later part of this stage, when shallow marine environments covered large areas of what is now Britain. These ancient Jurassic seas supported a diverse range of marine life, including ammonites, belemnites, bivalves, brachiopods, gastropods, crinoids, fish, and marine reptiles.North Yorkshire is one of the most famous fossil-producing regions in the UK, especially for Lower Jurassic ammonites preserved in marine shales, mudstones, and nodules. The Yorkshire coast and surrounding fossil-bearing strata are renowned for their ammonite faunas, which are widely collected and studied because of their excellent stratigraphic value.North Yorkshire Fossil LocalityFossils from North Yorkshire are highly desirable due to the region’s long palaeontological history and its classic Jurassic exposures. The area preserves sedimentary rocks that formed on ancient sea floors, where ammonites and other marine organisms were buried and fossilised over millions of years. Many Yorkshire ammonites are found in nodules or fine-grained marine sediments, which can preserve strong shell detail and attractive natural form.A genuine Haugia phillipsi from North Yorkshire is a fine addition to collections focused on British Jurassic fossils, UK ammonites, Lower Jurassic marine life, or scientifically named fossil specimens.Fossil Type and SpeciesHaugia phillipsi is an extinct ammonite species. Ammonites were marine cephalopods related to modern squid, octopus, cuttlefish, and nautilus. They lived within coiled, chambered shells, with the living animal occupying the final body chamber and the earlier chambers helping regulate buoyancy within the water column.The genus Haugia is associated with Toarcian ammonite faunas and is known for its compressed, coiled shell form and ribbed ornamentation. Depending on preservation, specimens may show fine to strong ribs, a defined outer whorl, involute coiling, and natural shell detail. These features make Haugia ammonites attractive to collectors and useful for geological study.Scientific and Collector InterestHaugia phillipsi belongs to the ammonite order Ammonitida, a major group of extinct marine cephalopods that became highly diverse during the Jurassic Period. Ammonites such as Haugia are important index fossils because they evolved rapidly and were widely distributed in ancient seas. Their distinctive shell forms help geologists compare and date rock layers across different regions.The genus Haugia was named in honour of the French geologist and palaeontologist Émile Haug, whose work contributed to the study of Jurassic ammonites and stratigraphy. The species Haugia phillipsi is particularly collectable because it represents a named Toarcian ammonite with strong association to classic European Jurassic faunas.Morphology and Natural FeaturesHaugia phillipsi typically displays a planispiral ammonite shell, meaning the whorls coil in a single plane. Its shell may appear relatively compressed, with ribbing that follows the growth of the shell across the flanks. The overall form, rib pattern, whorl shape, and surface ornamentation are key features used in identifying ammonites and separating related species.This specimen offers strong visual and educational appeal, combining natural spiral geometry with geological significance. As a genuine fossil, variations in colour, matrix, texture, shell preservation, and surface detail are part of its individual character.Display and AuthenticityThis Haugia phillipsi ammonite fossil would display well in a fossil cabinet, natural history collection, study tray, classroom resource, geology display, or museum-style collection. It is suitable for both new collectors and experienced enthusiasts seeking a named Jurassic ammonite from the UK.Full sizing can be seen in the photo, so please refer to the image for exact scale and dimensions. This fossil is a genuine specimen and includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card. The photograph shows the actual Haugia phillipsi ammonite fossil you will receive, allowing you to view the specimen’s condition, shape, detail, and natural preservation before purchase.
Jurassic, Upper Toarcian stage, collected from North Yorkshire, UK. This fossil is a carefully chosen specimen, and the photo shows the actual ammonite you will receive, making it an excellent choice for collectors of British fossils, Jurassic ammonites, fossil cephalopods, and natural history specimens.Lower Jurassic Age and Toarcian GeologyHaugia phillipsi lived during the Toarcian stage of the Lower Jurassic, approximately 184 to 174 million years ago. The Upper Toarcian represents the later part of this stage, when shallow marine environments covered large areas of what is now Britain. These ancient Jurassic seas supported a diverse range of marine life, including ammonites, belemnites, bivalves, brachiopods, gastropods, crinoids, fish, and marine reptiles.North Yorkshire is one of the most famous fossil-producing regions in the UK, especially for Lower Jurassic ammonites preserved in marine shales, mudstones, and nodules. The Yorkshire coast and surrounding fossil-bearing strata are renowned for their ammonite faunas, which are widely collected and studied because of their excellent stratigraphic value.North Yorkshire Fossil LocalityFossils from North Yorkshire are highly desirable due to the region’s long palaeontological history and its classic Jurassic exposures. The area preserves sedimentary rocks that formed on ancient sea floors, where ammonites and other marine organisms were buried and fossilised over millions of years. Many Yorkshire ammonites are found in nodules or fine-grained marine sediments, which can preserve strong shell detail and attractive natural form.A genuine Haugia phillipsi from North Yorkshire is a fine addition to collections focused on British Jurassic fossils, UK ammonites, Lower Jurassic marine life, or scientifically named fossil specimens.Fossil Type and SpeciesHaugia phillipsi is an extinct ammonite species. Ammonites were marine cephalopods related to modern squid, octopus, cuttlefish, and nautilus. They lived within coiled, chambered shells, with the living animal occupying the final body chamber and the earlier chambers helping regulate buoyancy within the water column.The genus Haugia is associated with Toarcian ammonite faunas and is known for its compressed, coiled shell form and ribbed ornamentation. Depending on preservation, specimens may show fine to strong ribs, a defined outer whorl, involute coiling, and natural shell detail. These features make Haugia ammonites attractive to collectors and useful for geological study.Scientific and Collector InterestHaugia phillipsi belongs to the ammonite order Ammonitida, a major group of extinct marine cephalopods that became highly diverse during the Jurassic Period. Ammonites such as Haugia are important index fossils because they evolved rapidly and were widely distributed in ancient seas. Their distinctive shell forms help geologists compare and date rock layers across different regions.The genus Haugia was named in honour of the French geologist and palaeontologist Émile Haug, whose work contributed to the study of Jurassic ammonites and stratigraphy. The species Haugia phillipsi is particularly collectable because it represents a named Toarcian ammonite with strong association to classic European Jurassic faunas.Morphology and Natural FeaturesHaugia phillipsi typically displays a planispiral ammonite shell, meaning the whorls coil in a single plane. Its shell may appear relatively compressed, with ribbing that follows the growth of the shell across the flanks. The overall form, rib pattern, whorl shape, and surface ornamentation are key features used in identifying ammonites and separating related species.This specimen offers strong visual and educational appeal, combining natural spiral geometry with geological significance. As a genuine fossil, variations in colour, matrix, texture, shell preservation, and surface detail are part of its individual character.Display and AuthenticityThis Haugia phillipsi ammonite fossil would display well in a fossil cabinet, natural history collection, study tray, classroom resource, geology display, or museum-style collection. It is suitable for both new collectors and experienced enthusiasts seeking a named Jurassic ammonite from the UK.Full sizing can be seen in the photo, so please refer to the image for exact scale and dimensions. This fossil is a genuine specimen and includes a Certificate of Authenticity lifetime guarantee generic card. The photograph shows the actual Haugia phillipsi ammonite fossil you will receive, allowing you to view the specimen’s condition, shape, detail, and natural preservation before purchase.
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