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8.9" Cretaceous Fossil Nautilus with Ammonites - Madagascar
This is a large, 8.9" wide fossil nautilus (Cymatoceras) from Ambatalafia, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar. The shell has been polished all the way around and two ammonites (Cleoniceras) with incredible, natural red iridescent shells have been mounted to the specimen. Cross sections of gastropods can be found throughout the natural limestone matrix.
Comes with a large acrylic display stand.
Comes with a large acrylic display stand.
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.
$495
SPECIES
Cymatoceras sp. & Cleoniceras sp.
LOCATION
Ambatalafia, Mahajanga Province, Madagascar
SIZE
8.9" wide
CATEGORY
ITEM
#361324
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