Ammonite (Cenoceras)

Size: 3.5x3.5x4.5 cms

Weight: 57 grams

Location: France

Product Description:

A fossilized ammonite shell of Cenoceras, a type of extinct cephalopod, showcasing its distinctive spiral shape and intricate details, from the Middle Jurassic period.

Geological Information:

- Location: France (notably in the Calvados and Orne departments of Normandy)
- Type: Cenoceras (a type of extinct ammonite cephalopod)
- Age: Middle Jurassic period, approximately 175-163 million years old
- Formation: Marine deposits, specifically in the Calcaire de Caen Formation
- Fossilization Process: Rapid burial and compression in a marine environment, preserving the ammonite's shell and internal chambers
- Hardness: Varies, depending on the surrounding rock (typically limestone or shale)
- Distinctive Features: Spiral shell with distinctive ribs, keels, and sutures, showcasing the Cenoceras' unique morphology.

This description highlights the scientific significance and geological context of the Cenoceras SP Fossil, showcasing its importance as a fossil specimen from the Middle Jurassic period. The Calcaire de Caen Formation in Normandy, France is renowned for its exceptional fossil preservation, providing valuable insights into ancient marine life.

Note: Cenoceras is a genus of ammonites that lived during the Middle Jurassic period, and is often used as an index fossil to date Jurassic rocks.