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Their deep burrows continually disturb and aerate the sediment, making them important engineers of the mangrove environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter burial, mineral-rich sediment hardened around the exoskeleton, preserving it within a dense calcareous mudstone concretion. Weathering and wave action gradually exposed the body features visible within the surrounding matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGunn Point specimens are geologically recent subfossils, generally estimated to be approximately 5,500 years old or younger. This specimen is identified as \u003cem\u003eThalassina squamifera\u003c\/em\u003e, a species that still inhabits northern Australian mangrove environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the exact specimen offered for sale. 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The name trilobite refers to the three longitudinal lobes running along the body: a raised central axis flanked by two side lobes. Their hard, calcified exoskeleton was divided into a head, segmented thorax and tail shield, providing protection while allowing movement across the sea floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalymene\u003c\/em\u003e is a classic trilobite form, recognised for its strongly segmented body and rounded outline. Like many trilobites, it could curl or enrol its body as a defence against predators—similar in principle to a modern woodlouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese specimens come from Morocco, where extensive Palaeozoic marine rocks preserve a remarkably diverse record of ancient ocean life. Careful mechanical preparation is often required to expose the fossil from its surrounding stone matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo specimens are available. Each is naturally different in shape, preservation, matrix and visible detail. 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This listing is for the exact ammonite shown. No independent authentication, species, locality, repair or restoration claim is made beyond the supplier’s description before an in-hand inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handle gently, support the matrix and avoid household cleaners, acids, sudden temperature changes or prolonged direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Time Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48948718239969,"sku":"DTA-AMMONITE-001","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/7892\/7841\/files\/ammonite-fossil-23g-1-supplier.jpg?v=1787074150"},{"product_id":"megalodon-tooth-south-carolina","title":"Megalodon Tooth — South Carolina","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eA tooth from the age of giant sharks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dark, character-rich fossil tooth is supplier-described as a megalodon tooth from South Carolina. Its near-black mineralised surface, heavy texture and natural wear give it an atmospheric, timeworn presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMegalodon teeth are among the most recognisable fossils from the ancient oceans. This is a character specimen rather than a pristine museum-grade example, with natural wear and surface variation visible in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePiece details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification:\u003c\/strong\u003e supplier-described megalodon tooth (\u003cem\u003eOtodus megalodon\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Carolina, USA (supplier stated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 × 2½ × ¾ in (approximately 10.2 × 6.4 × 1.9 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.9 oz (approximately 167 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural fossil surface with visible wear and character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo certificate of authenticity or detailed geological provenance was supplied, so the listing retains the supplier’s identification without claiming a specific formation or age. Please review the photographs carefully for the tooth’s natural wear, preparation and surface character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe pictured tooth is the exact piece you will receive.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Deep Time Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48956917088481,"sku":"DTA-MEG-001","price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/7892\/7841\/files\/megalodon-tooth-south-carolina-front.jpg?v=1787244191"},{"product_id":"middle-jurassic-macrocephalites-sp-ammonite-approx-165-million-years-old","title":"Middle Jurassic Macrocephalites sp. Ammonite — Approx. 165 Million Years Old","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA spiral from the Middle Jurassic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully ribbed ammonite is provisionally identified as \u003cem\u003eMacrocephalites\u003c\/em\u003e sp., a member of the Macrocephalitidae. Its coiled form, dense radial ribs and substantial shell are characteristic of this Middle Jurassic group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAround 165 million years old\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specimen most likely dates from the Callovian Stage of the Middle Jurassic, approximately 165 million years ago. Ammonites evolved rapidly, making their shells valuable markers for dating Jurassic marine rocks. Closely related \u003cem\u003eMacrocephalites\u003c\/em\u003e specimens are recorded from the Bathonian–Callovian interval by the British Geological Survey. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere was it found?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact collecting locality of this specimen is not recorded. Related \u003cem\u003eMacrocephalites\u003c\/em\u003e fossils are known from marine Jurassic rocks across Europe, India and other former Tethyan sea regions. Because its provenance is unknown, no specific country of origin is being claimed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow rare is it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMacrocephalites\u003c\/em\u003e was a widespread genus, so it would be misleading to describe this as a scientifically rare species. However, every fossil is individually unique, with its own pattern of ribs, mineral staining, weathering and preservation. 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