Genuine Zugodactylites braunianus Fossil Ammonite in Split Nodule – Lower Toarcian, Jurassic – Whitby, Yorkshire Coast, UK

This listing features a well-preserved Zugodactylites braunianus ammonite fossil, naturally encased within a split nodule from the Lower Toarcian strata of Whitby, Yorkshire Coast, UK. A rare and sought-after ammonite species, Zugodactylites braunianus is highly regarded for its detailed ribbing and well-defined internal chamber structure, visible in this expertly prepared specimen.

Species: Zugodactylites braunianus

Age: Lower Toarcian, Early Jurassic (~183 million years ago)

Location: Whitby, Yorkshire Coast, UK

Formation: Whitby Mudstone Formation

Size: See scale in photos (1 cm squares for reference)

Authenticity: 100% Genuine – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

Key Features:

• Rare ammonite species – Zugodactylites braunianus belongs to the Hildoceratidae family and is recognized for its elegant ribbing and intricate suture patterns.
• Natural split nodule preservation – The ammonite is encased within a nodule, carefully split to reveal the fossil in its natural state.
• Excellent detail and contrast – The fossil displays well-defined ribbing and internal whorls, making it a fine addition to any collection.
• Collected from a world-famous Jurassic site – Whitby is renowned for its well-preserved ammonite fossils, often replaced with calcite or preserved in ironstone nodules.

From the Alice Purnell Collection

This fossil comes from the Alice Purnell Collection, one of the most significant private ammonite collections. Specimens from this collection are known for their exceptional quality and rarity.

Ideal for:

• Fossil collectors looking to expand their collection with a high-quality ammonite
• Educational purposes for students and researchers in paleontology
• Natural history enthusiasts and display collectors
• Unique gift ideas for fossil lovers and geologists

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100% Genuine Specimen – Buy with Confidence

All our fossils are legally sourced, carefully selected, and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the photos is the exact one you will receive.

For more details, refer to the listing photos, where each scale square represents 1 cm.

A rare opportunity to own a well-preserved Zugodactylites braunianus fossil ammonite from Whitby.