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4.7" Cut & Polished Jurassic Nautilus Fossil (Half) - Madagascar
This is a 4.7" wide, Jurassic-aged nautilus fossil from the Tulear Province of Madagascar. Unlike most Madagascan nautiloids—which typically come from the younger, Cretaceous deposits of Ambatalafia—this specimen dates back to the Jurassic period, making it a particularly rare and fascinating example.
The fossil has been expertly cut and polished to reveal the intricate internal chamber structure of this ancient marine cephalopod. Its exterior has also been polished to a glossy finish, highlighting the natural beauty of the shell.
Only the pictured half of the nautilus is included, and it comes with a clear acrylic display stand for an elegant presentation.
The fossil has been expertly cut and polished to reveal the intricate internal chamber structure of this ancient marine cephalopod. Its exterior has also been polished to a glossy finish, highlighting the natural beauty of the shell.
Only the pictured half of the nautilus is included, and it comes with a clear acrylic display stand for an elegant presentation.
About Nautilus Fossils
autilus is a classic shelled cephalopod with a fossil history spanning more than 500 million years. Fossil nautilus shells are instantly recognizable by their tightly coiled, chambered structure, created as the animal grew and adjusted buoyancy using a central siphuncle. These fossils often preserve beautiful suture patterns, internal chambers, and sometimes even traces of original nacre. Found in marine deposits worldwide and frequently mineralized with calcite or chalcedony, fossil Nautilus specimens provide a striking glimpse into ancient seas and showcase one of the most enduring designs in natural history.
A picture of a modern day Nautilus.
autilus is a classic shelled cephalopod with a fossil history spanning more than 500 million years. Fossil nautilus shells are instantly recognizable by their tightly coiled, chambered structure, created as the animal grew and adjusted buoyancy using a central siphuncle. These fossils often preserve beautiful suture patterns, internal chambers, and sometimes even traces of original nacre. Found in marine deposits worldwide and frequently mineralized with calcite or chalcedony, fossil Nautilus specimens provide a striking glimpse into ancient seas and showcase one of the most enduring designs in natural history.
A picture of a modern day Nautilus.
$49
SPECIES
Cymatoceras sp.
LOCATION
Tulear Province, Madagascar
SIZE
4.7" wide
CATEGORY
ITEM
#339273
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