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UK HERITAGE

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A large-scale fossilised natural ammonite specimen from an ex UK private collection. Sourced from South Ferriby Quarry, Lincolnshire, this striking fossil is of prominent structure, impressive scale, and museum quality.

This monumental fossil's scientific name is lower chalk Lewesiceras peramplum. Lewesiceras is a genus of large ammonites belonging to the order Ammonitida and the family Pachydiscidae.

It has a distinctive coiled shape with subtle ridges indicative of what once were the septa (walls) between its inner chambers.

This ammonite has an organic neutral stone-like tone with dark shaded areas, unlike other ammonites which are have a polished finish.

Preserved over millions of years, this superb ammonite is a striking interior piece, perfect for a display or collector’s cabinet.

Comes with an exclusive extra large custom-made display plinth – ø 40cm x H12 cm

Additional dimensions (specimen only):

Height 48cm (18.9in)

Width 56cm (22in)

Depth 9cm (3.54in)

Weight 32kg (70.5lbs)

CONDITION REPORT

This is a naturally made, prehistoric specimen formed by nature over millions of years. As such, formations, variations and markings are natural and are to be celebrated as features of each specimen.

  • Period: Prehistoric
    • Price: £3,275.00
    • €3,882 Euro
    • $4,432 US Dollar
  • Location: Worcestershire
    • Dimensions: H: 88cm (34.65in)
    • W: 56cm (22.05in)
    • D: 40cm (15.75in)