First Quality Fossil Specimen - Perisphinctes Ammonite - Refined Wood and Brass Base - Authentic Fossil Fragment - Height: 245 mm - Width: 180 mm- 2419 g - (1)
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Specimen: Perisphinctes ammonite fossil from Madagascar dating to the Upper Jurassic, about 150 million years old, mounted on a refined wood and brass base with perfect preservation.
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A Perisphinctes ammonite specimen comes from the rich fossil deposits of Madagascar and dates to the Late Jurassic, about 150 million years ago. The fossilized shell, characterized by an open, regular spiral, with thin, closely spaced ribs that follow the spiral’s curve, gives the fossil a unique charm. Each rib represents a fragment of growth and tells the story of this ancient mollusk, which lived in warm, tropical, shallow seas. The fossil is mounted on a wooden base, which enhances its organic structure and transforms it into an elegant collectible or decorative object. The solid wood base offers stability and a refined presentation, making this Perisphinctes a perfect choice to enrich any environment. The natural simplicity of the wood contrasts with the geometric complexity of the shell, highlighting the harmony between the art of nature and modern design.
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 Perisphinctes ammonite specimen comes from the rich fossil deposits of Madagascar and dates to the Late Jurassic, about 150 million years ago. The fossilized shell, characterized by an open, regular spiral, with thin, closely spaced ribs that follow the spiral’s curve, gives the fossil a unique charm. Each rib represents a fragment of growth and tells the story of this ancient mollusk, which lived in warm, tropical, shallow seas. The fossil is mounted on a wooden base, which enhances its organic structure and transforms it into an elegant collectible or decorative object. The solid wood base offers stability and a refined presentation, making this Perisphinctes a perfect choice to enrich any environment. The natural simplicity of the wood contrasts with the geometric complexity of the shell, highlighting the harmony between the art of nature and modern design.
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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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
First Quality Fossil Specimen - Perisphinctes Ammonite -
Mineral form
Refined Wood and Brass Base - Authentic Fossil Fragment
Supplement
Perfect State of Preservation
Weight
2419 g
Country of origin
Madagascar
Height
245 mm
Width
180 mm
Depth
100 mm
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