Cut & polished ammonite fossil pair – cretaceous – madagascar – natural spiral shell – genuine fossil with certificate of authenticity
£ 16.80
This stunningly beautiful Ammonite Fossil originates from the Cretaceous period,
approximately 145 to 66 million years ago, and was discovered in Madagascar. It has been carefully sliced in half and polished to reveal the extraordinary colourful chambered interior, showcasing the natural beauty of this extinct marine creature. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine molluscs belonging to the subclass Ammonoidea. Though often mistaken for modern snails due to their familiar coiled shape, they were in fact more closely related to today’s squid, octopus, and cuttlefish. These predatory cephalopods once thrived in prehistoric oceans all around the world before going extinct at the end of the Cretaceous period. Ammonites are particularly prized for their elegant, intricate shell structures and vibrant internal mineralisation. The interior chambers, once used to control buoyancy, have often been replaced with calcite and aragonite crystals, producing a breathtaking fossil with both scientific and decorative appeal. These cut and polished ammonite halves make superb display pieces, ideal for collectors, educators, or those interested in Earth’s natural history. Whether admired for their geological significance or aesthetic appeal, each ammonite fossil is a truly unique piece of deep-time history. Item Details:
• Specimen: Ammonite (cut & polished pair)
• Age: Cretaceous (approx. 145–66 million years ago)
• Location Found: Madagascar
• Scale Reference: See photo with 1cm scale cube
• Certificate of Authenticity: Included ACTUAL AS SEEN: The photo shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. Each item is individually hand selected and professionally photographed. Due to the irregular shapes of fossils, measurements are as accurate as possible but may not be exact. Colour appearance may vary depending on lighting conditions and display screens. Important Notes: 1. This item's image will be replaced when the listing is updated with a new specimen once sold. This may affect how the image appears in your purchase history.2. Images may also change if the item has been in your cart and is sold before purchase.3. We recommend saving or screenshotting the listing image after purchase for your own reference. Every image uploaded is archived. 100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included
approximately 145 to 66 million years ago, and was discovered in Madagascar. It has been carefully sliced in half and polished to reveal the extraordinary colourful chambered interior, showcasing the natural beauty of this extinct marine creature. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine molluscs belonging to the subclass Ammonoidea. Though often mistaken for modern snails due to their familiar coiled shape, they were in fact more closely related to today’s squid, octopus, and cuttlefish. These predatory cephalopods once thrived in prehistoric oceans all around the world before going extinct at the end of the Cretaceous period. Ammonites are particularly prized for their elegant, intricate shell structures and vibrant internal mineralisation. The interior chambers, once used to control buoyancy, have often been replaced with calcite and aragonite crystals, producing a breathtaking fossil with both scientific and decorative appeal. These cut and polished ammonite halves make superb display pieces, ideal for collectors, educators, or those interested in Earth’s natural history. Whether admired for their geological significance or aesthetic appeal, each ammonite fossil is a truly unique piece of deep-time history. Item Details:
• Specimen: Ammonite (cut & polished pair)
• Age: Cretaceous (approx. 145–66 million years ago)
• Location Found: Madagascar
• Scale Reference: See photo with 1cm scale cube
• Certificate of Authenticity: Included ACTUAL AS SEEN: The photo shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. Each item is individually hand selected and professionally photographed. Due to the irregular shapes of fossils, measurements are as accurate as possible but may not be exact. Colour appearance may vary depending on lighting conditions and display screens. Important Notes: 1. This item's image will be replaced when the listing is updated with a new specimen once sold. This may affect how the image appears in your purchase history.2. Images may also change if the item has been in your cart and is sold before purchase.3. We recommend saving or screenshotting the listing image after purchase for your own reference. Every image uploaded is archived. 100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included
