8″ Rare Cymatoceras Nautilus Fossil – Toarcian, Jurassic – Dordogne, France – Authentic Fossil with Certificate – Alice Purnell Collection

Description Presenting a RARE 8″ Fossil Nautilus (Cymatoceras) from the Toarcian Stage of the Early Jurassic Period, approximately 182 to 174 million years ago. This exceptional specimen was discovered in Dordogne, France, a region known for its Jurassic marine deposits, and comes from the celebrated Alice Purnell Collection. Cymatoceras is an extinct genus of nautiloid cephalopods, known for their thick, rounded, and ornamented shells. These marine animals are related to modern-day nautiluses and were free-swimming predators of the ancient oceans. Cymatoceras is distinguished from other nautiloids by its more globular shape and strong ribbing, which adds to its visual appeal as a fossil display specimen. The Toarcian Stage, part of the Early Jurassic, was characterised by widespread shallow seas teeming with marine life. The sedimentary limestone of Dordogne provided excellent fossil preservation, allowing rare finds like this Cymatoceras to be unearthed with their detail intact. This 8-inch fossil is a stunning example, showing excellent definition of the shell structure and form. It serves as both a beautiful display piece and an important palaeontological specimen for collectors, educators, and enthusiasts of natural history.   Item Details: Specimen: Cymatoceras Nautilus Age: Toarcian, Early Jurassic (~182–174 million years ago) Location: Dordogne, France Collection: Alice Purnell Collection Fossil Type: Nautiloid Cephalopod Size: Approx. 8 inches (see scale cube = 1cm in photo) Authenticity: Certificate of Authenticity included   ACTUAL AS SEEN: You will receive the exact specimen pictured. It has been carefully hand-selected and photographed for accurate representation. Due to the natural variation in fossil shape, slight discrepancies in measurements may occur. Colour may also vary depending on lighting conditions and screen display. Once this item is sold, a replacement specimen will be listed with updated photos and sizing. We recommend saving a screenshot of the listing for your records.   Add a rare and beautifully preserved Jurassic Cymatoceras fossil to your collection today – a genuine relic from Earth’s ancient oceans.