Superb!!! - Fossilised shell - Fossil Ammonite Lytoceras sp. – Opalescent Surface - 390 mm - 330 mm
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A magnificent specimen of Lytoceras fimbriatum, one of the most fascinating species of fossil ammonites. This specimen was found in Madagascar, an island known for its fossil deposits dating back to the Middle Jurassic (about 165 million years ago). The fossilized shell displays an incredible variety of natural tones ranging from pearl gray to golden beige, with calcite inclusions that give the piece a marbled and luminous appearance.
Ammonites like this Lytoceras fossilized through a natural mineral replacement process: the original shells were slowly replaced by minerals such as calcite and silica, creating an extraordinarily durable and fascinating fossil.
The Lytoceras spiral is one of the most perfect and recurring natural forms, symbolizing continuous movement and transformation. In spiritual traditions, ammonites are considered protective talismans, used to attract prosperity and emotional stability.
The spiral shape is often associated with the Flower of Life and the concept of the Fibonacci sequence, which represents the universal order present in apparent chaos.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
Translated by Google TranslateA magnificent specimen of Lytoceras fimbriatum, one of the most fascinating species of fossil ammonites. This specimen was found in Madagascar, an island known for its fossil deposits dating back to the Middle Jurassic (about 165 million years ago). The fossilized shell displays an incredible variety of natural tones ranging from pearl gray to golden beige, with calcite inclusions that give the piece a marbled and luminous appearance.
Ammonites like this Lytoceras fossilized through a natural mineral replacement process: the original shells were slowly replaced by minerals such as calcite and silica, creating an extraordinarily durable and fascinating fossil.
The Lytoceras spiral is one of the most perfect and recurring natural forms, symbolizing continuous movement and transformation. In spiritual traditions, ammonites are considered protective talismans, used to attract prosperity and emotional stability.
The spiral shape is often associated with the Flower of Life and the concept of the Fibonacci sequence, which represents the universal order present in apparent chaos.
Seller's Story
The Mineral Art Gallery offers minerals, fossils, shells and natural elements.
Born in Italy in 2017, today she collaborates with international galleries and collectors, she is a direct importer of large minerals and naturalistic collectible elements; deals with the processing to insert them inside the living space. A section of the gallery was dedicated to the Wunderkammer, "chamber of wonders or cabinet of curiosities" in which Mirabilia elements are presented: naturalia and italiania, a union between "the present is the past".
All lots are shipped via DHL Express and Fercam couriers, with insured parcel and tracking.
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Specimen
Superb!!!
Scientific name
Fossil Ammonite Lytoceras sp. – Opalescent Surface
Country of Origin
Madagascar
Geological Period
Cretaceous (145 - 66 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Polished
Weight
17 kg
Height
390 mm
Width
330 mm
Depth
140 mm
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