Fossil Nautilus on decorative base. - Fossilised shell - Exceptional fossil Nautilus - 165 mm - 93 mm
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This exceptional Nautilus fossil comes from the Madagascar deposits, dating back to the Cretaceous period, about 110 million years ago. This Nautilus is one of the last witnesses of a group of marine cephalopods that have existed for over 500 million years. The perfect spiral structure of the fossil reveals the internal chambers originally used by the animal to regulate its buoyancy, a sophisticated mechanism that has also inspired modern engineering studies.
The composition of the fossil is rich in aragonite, a natural mineral known for its brilliance and vivid hues that emerge on the shiny surface of the Nautilus. The chambers display reflections ranging from warm brown to gold, with crystalline traces that enhance the beauty of the petrification. This fossilization process has transformed the organic parts into an extraordinary natural work, preserving incredible details that tell the story of the marine ecosystem of the past.
The wooden decorative base, with a minimalist yet elegant design, offers a modern frame for this paleontological find, making it ideal for home or professional environments. In addition to being an extraordinary piece of aesthetic value, this Nautilus fossil is a true window into Earth's geological and biological past, perfect for collectors, scholars, and natural science enthusiasts.
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 TranslateThis exceptional Nautilus fossil comes from the Madagascar deposits, dating back to the Cretaceous period, about 110 million years ago. This Nautilus is one of the last witnesses of a group of marine cephalopods that have existed for over 500 million years. The perfect spiral structure of the fossil reveals the internal chambers originally used by the animal to regulate its buoyancy, a sophisticated mechanism that has also inspired modern engineering studies.
The composition of the fossil is rich in aragonite, a natural mineral known for its brilliance and vivid hues that emerge on the shiny surface of the Nautilus. The chambers display reflections ranging from warm brown to gold, with crystalline traces that enhance the beauty of the petrification. This fossilization process has transformed the organic parts into an extraordinary natural work, preserving incredible details that tell the story of the marine ecosystem of the past.
The wooden decorative base, with a minimalist yet elegant design, offers a modern frame for this paleontological find, making it ideal for home or professional environments. In addition to being an extraordinary piece of aesthetic value, this Nautilus fossil is a true window into Earth's geological and biological past, perfect for collectors, scholars, and natural science enthusiasts.
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
Fossil Nautilus on decorative base.
Scientific name
Exceptional fossil Nautilus
Country of Origin
Madagascar
Geological Period
Cretaceous, Lower (145 - 100.5 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Polished
Weight
818 g
Height
165 mm
Width
93 mm
Depth
70 mm
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