Set of 6 large ammonites (3.9kg) - Fossilised shell - Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp. (No reserve price)

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Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp., a set of 6 large ammonites from Madagascar, Cretaceous period, conserved and in improved condition.

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Set of polished ammonites (6 pieces) – Madagascar – Cretaceous period – total 3,887 g

This beautiful set consists of six natural fossilized ammonites originating from Madagascar.
The shells are expertly polished, making the characteristic sutural patterns, crystal structures, and colors in warm brown, honey, and gold tones clearly visible.

The ammonites date from the Cretaceous period and are estimated to be between 70 and over 100 million years old.
Each piece is unique in pattern, structure, and shine.

Details
Number: 6 ammonites
Total weight: 3,887 g
Origin: Madagascar
Geological period: Cretaceous (± 70–100 million years)
Condition: polished; some natural imperfections on the edges (see photos).

Set dimensions
Total height: 41 cm
Total width: 30 cm
Total depth: 4 cm
Individual diameters visible in the photo with a measuring tape.

You can see that there are three larger ones included and three slightly smaller ones.
Some photos show the measurements of the two largest specimens.
One weighs 964 grams and the other 925 grams. See photos.
The third weighs 667 grams, the fourth 430 grams, the fifth 484 grams, and the sixth 400 grams.


Description
The ammonites are polished on both sides and beautifully display the internal chamber structures and leaf-like sutures.

A beautiful set for:
Fossil collectors
Interior decoration
Educational use
Gift for enthusiasts of prehistoric nature

The photos are part of the description.
Sending with POSTNL - tracking and tracing + insurance

Set of polished ammonites (6 pieces) – Madagascar – Cretaceous period – total 3,887 g

This beautiful set consists of six natural fossilized ammonites originating from Madagascar.
The shells are expertly polished, making the characteristic sutural patterns, crystal structures, and colors in warm brown, honey, and gold tones clearly visible.

The ammonites date from the Cretaceous period and are estimated to be between 70 and over 100 million years old.
Each piece is unique in pattern, structure, and shine.

Details
Number: 6 ammonites
Total weight: 3,887 g
Origin: Madagascar
Geological period: Cretaceous (± 70–100 million years)
Condition: polished; some natural imperfections on the edges (see photos).

Set dimensions
Total height: 41 cm
Total width: 30 cm
Total depth: 4 cm
Individual diameters visible in the photo with a measuring tape.

You can see that there are three larger ones included and three slightly smaller ones.
Some photos show the measurements of the two largest specimens.
One weighs 964 grams and the other 925 grams. See photos.
The third weighs 667 grams, the fourth 430 grams, the fifth 484 grams, and the sixth 400 grams.


Description
The ammonites are polished on both sides and beautifully display the internal chamber structures and leaf-like sutures.

A beautiful set for:
Fossil collectors
Interior decoration
Educational use
Gift for enthusiasts of prehistoric nature

The photos are part of the description.
Sending with POSTNL - tracking and tracing + insurance

Details

Number of items
6
Specimen
Set of 6 large ammonites (3.9kg)
Scientific name
Aioloceras (Cleoniceras) sp.
Country of Origin
Madagascar
Geological Period
Cretaceous, Lower (145 - 100.5 million years)
Condition
Enhanced
Treatment
Conserved, Polished
Weight
3887 g
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