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Large Ammonite, Metophioceras
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Large Ammonite, Metophioceras

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This Metophioceras ammonite, sourced from the famed Ammonite Pavement of Lyme Regis, embodies the inherent elegance of prehistoric form.  Its exceptional preservation and sculptural symmetry reveal a striking example of organic geometry, the bold ribbing and perfect logarithmic spiral a testament to life in the Early Jurassic seas.  Recovered from the Blue Lias Formation, a geological treasure trove renowned for its extraordinary fossilization, this specimen captures every ridge and whorl in exquisite relief, offering a tangible connection to a world some 200 million years distant.  More than a scientific marvel, this Metophioceras is an artifact of deep time, bridging the realms of paleontology, natural history, and fine art.

TAXONOMY 

  • Kingdom: Animalia
  • Phylum: Mollusca
  • Class: Cephalopoda
  • Order: Ammonitida
  • Family: Arietitidae
  • Genus: Metophioceras 


GEOLOGICAL CONTEXT

  • Formation: Blue Lias
  • Location: Lyme Regis, Dorset, England
  • Age: Jurassic - 200 Million years old


PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 

  • Dimensions: 11.17” x 10.43” x 2.8”  (28.3 cm x 26.5 cm x 7.15 cm)
  • Weight: 7921 grams

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