RARE Beltella depressa Trilobite Fossil – Upper Cambrian – Pont Abergeirw – Afon Mawddach – Wales – Certified
£ 360.00
RARE Beltella depressa Trilobite FossilUpper Cambrian – Pont Abergeirw, Afon Mawddach Valley, North Wales, UKThis listing offers a rare opportunity to own a scientifically significant
trilobite fossil of the species Beltella depressa, discovered at Pont Abergeirw near the Afon Mawddach river in North Wales. This fossil comes from Upper Cambrian strata and represents a less commonly encountered genus within the Olenidae family.Geological & Palaeontological Details:
• Fossil Type: Articulated trilobite impression or partial fossil
• Species: Beltella depressa
• Locality: Pont Abergeirw, Afon Mawddach, Wales, UK
• Geological Stage: Upper Cambrian (Furongian)
• Formation: Likely part of the Mawddach Group of North Wales
• Depositional Environment:
• Marine basinal mudstones
• Likely deposited under low-oxygen (dysoxic) conditions favourable to Olenid trilobite preservation
• Family: Olenidae
• Superfamily: Olenoidea
• Order: Ptychopariida
• First Described By: Beltella was established by Howell in 1935
• Zone/Biozone: No formally assigned trilobite zone for this exact species, but consistent with Olenid biofacies in upper Cambrian of WalesMorphology Features:
• Beltella depressa typically exhibits:
• A low-profile cephalon with reduced glabellar inflation
• Elongated thoracic segments
• Smooth, streamlined pygidium
• Delicate exoskeletal features often preserved as impressions in fine-grained matrix
• Morphology suggests an adaptation to soft-bottom, low-oxygen seafloor environmentsScientific and Collectible Value:
• This is a less frequently encountered genus in Welsh Cambrian trilobite faunas
• Important for understanding regional biodiversity and trilobite adaptation to dysoxic depositional settings
• Rare fossil from a restricted locality in the Mawddach Basin
• Excellent specimen for educational, comparative, and collection purposesProduct Notes:
• You will receive the actual fossil shown in the photo
• Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm — please refer to images for exact sizing
• Supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Carefully selected and authenticated for scientific interest and collector qualityOur Commitment to Authenticity:All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity. This fossil has been responsibly sourced and preserved, offering lasting educational and historical value.If you require further details or additional images, don’t hesitate to contact us.
trilobite fossil of the species Beltella depressa, discovered at Pont Abergeirw near the Afon Mawddach river in North Wales. This fossil comes from Upper Cambrian strata and represents a less commonly encountered genus within the Olenidae family.Geological & Palaeontological Details:
• Fossil Type: Articulated trilobite impression or partial fossil
• Species: Beltella depressa
• Locality: Pont Abergeirw, Afon Mawddach, Wales, UK
• Geological Stage: Upper Cambrian (Furongian)
• Formation: Likely part of the Mawddach Group of North Wales
• Depositional Environment:
• Marine basinal mudstones
• Likely deposited under low-oxygen (dysoxic) conditions favourable to Olenid trilobite preservation
• Family: Olenidae
• Superfamily: Olenoidea
• Order: Ptychopariida
• First Described By: Beltella was established by Howell in 1935
• Zone/Biozone: No formally assigned trilobite zone for this exact species, but consistent with Olenid biofacies in upper Cambrian of WalesMorphology Features:
• Beltella depressa typically exhibits:
• A low-profile cephalon with reduced glabellar inflation
• Elongated thoracic segments
• Smooth, streamlined pygidium
• Delicate exoskeletal features often preserved as impressions in fine-grained matrix
• Morphology suggests an adaptation to soft-bottom, low-oxygen seafloor environmentsScientific and Collectible Value:
• This is a less frequently encountered genus in Welsh Cambrian trilobite faunas
• Important for understanding regional biodiversity and trilobite adaptation to dysoxic depositional settings
• Rare fossil from a restricted locality in the Mawddach Basin
• Excellent specimen for educational, comparative, and collection purposesProduct Notes:
• You will receive the actual fossil shown in the photo
• Scale Rule Squares / Cube = 1cm — please refer to images for exact sizing
• Supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Carefully selected and authenticated for scientific interest and collector qualityOur Commitment to Authenticity:All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity. This fossil has been responsibly sourced and preserved, offering lasting educational and historical value.If you require further details or additional images, don’t hesitate to contact us.
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