Ammonite - Fossilised shell - Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp. - 17.5 cm - 14.5 cm

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Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp., an Ammonite specimen from the Lower Cretaceous of Madagascar, in natural condition and polished, weighing 612 g with dimensions 17.5 × 14.5 × 2.1 cm.

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Ammonite + custom stand = 32 cm
ammonite : 17,5x14,5x2,1 cm , 612 Gr

Here is a large cut and polished Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp. ammonite fossil from the Cretaceous of Madagascar. It exhibits gorgeous mineralization within the chambers, each separated by white calcite scepta (divisions).

Ammonites were predatory mollusks that resembled a squid with a shell. These cephalopods had eyes, tentacles, and spiral shells. They are more closely related to a living octopus, though the shells resemble that of a nautilus. Ammonites appeared in the fossil record about 240 million years ago and they barely survived several major extinction events. The last lineages disappeared 65 million years ago at the end of the Cretaceous.

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At UnEarthed , we specialize in rare and authentic treasures from the Earth’s deep past . from prehistoric fossils and exquisite seashells to tribal artifacts that echo the spirit of ancient cultures. Each piece in our curated collection tells a story, connecting you to the natural and human history that shaped our world. Whether you’re a collector, a curator, or simply captivated by the extraordinary, we offer you a chance to own a piece of time itself.

Ammonite + custom stand = 32 cm
ammonite : 17,5x14,5x2,1 cm , 612 Gr

Here is a large cut and polished Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp. ammonite fossil from the Cretaceous of Madagascar. It exhibits gorgeous mineralization within the chambers, each separated by white calcite scepta (divisions).

Ammonites were predatory mollusks that resembled a squid with a shell. These cephalopods had eyes, tentacles, and spiral shells. They are more closely related to a living octopus, though the shells resemble that of a nautilus. Ammonites appeared in the fossil record about 240 million years ago and they barely survived several major extinction events. The last lineages disappeared 65 million years ago at the end of the Cretaceous.

Seller's Story

At UnEarthed , we specialize in rare and authentic treasures from the Earth’s deep past . from prehistoric fossils and exquisite seashells to tribal artifacts that echo the spirit of ancient cultures. Each piece in our curated collection tells a story, connecting you to the natural and human history that shaped our world. Whether you’re a collector, a curator, or simply captivated by the extraordinary, we offer you a chance to own a piece of time itself.

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Number of items
1
Specimen
Ammonite
Scientific name
Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp.
Country of Origin
Madagascar
Geological Period
Cretaceous, Lower (145 - 100.5 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Polished
Weight
612 g
Height
17.5 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Depth
2.1 cm
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Objects sold
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