{"product_id":"probable-ammonite-fossil-in-natural-limestone-matrix","title":"Probable Ammonite Fossil in Natural Limestone Matrix","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn intriguing marine fossil preserved within its natural pale limestone matrix. The smooth, tightly coiled shell measures approximately 6 cm across, while the complete display specimen measures approximately 9 cm at its widest point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts flat spiral form and overlapping outer whorl are consistent with an ammonoid—a group of extinct marine cephalopods related to modern nautiluses, squid and octopuses. Much of the original shell appears to have been preserved as a mineralised internal mould, with subtle grey tones and dark natural mineral markings across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precise species, geological age and collecting locality are not recorded. It is therefore offered as a probable ammonite or related ammonoid rather than attributed to a particular species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e• Probable ammonoid or ammonite fossil\u003cbr\u003e• Fossil diameter: approximately 6 cm\u003cbr\u003e• Complete matrix: approximately 9 cm across\u003cbr\u003e• Natural limestone or calcareous matrix\u003cbr\u003e• One individual specimen available\u003cbr\u003e• You will receive the exact fossil pictured\u003cbr\u003e• Clear display stand is not included\u003cbr\u003e• Exact species, age and locality are unconfirmed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive natural-history specimen for a fossil collection, cabinet of curiosities, study display or thoughtful gift. Natural cracks, surface variations, mineral staining and weathering are part of the specimen’s history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Deep Time Atelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48818759172321,"sku":"DTA-000040","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0841\/7892\/7841\/files\/20260726-P7260098.jpg?v=1785244490","url":"https:\/\/deeptimeatelier.com\/products\/probable-ammonite-fossil-in-natural-limestone-matrix","provider":"Deep Time Atelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}