Description
This listing features a RARE 6.5″ fossil ammonite, Haugia variabilis, originating from the Middle Toarcian Stage of the Jurassic Period, discovered in the well-known fossiliferous strata of Calvados, Normandy, France. This beautifully preserved ammonite is both scientifically valuable and visually striking.
It comes from a carefully chosen collection and is presented exactly as shown in the photo. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, this fossil reflects the deep marine biodiversity of the Jurassic seas that once covered the region
Geological & Palaeontological Details:
- Species: Haugia variabilis
- Geological Period: Jurassic
- Geological Stage: Middle Toarcian (~181 to 178 million years ago)
- Locality: Calvados, Normandy, France
- Depositional Environment: Shallow to moderately deep marine environment within the European epicontinental seaway
- Order: Ammonitida
- Superfamily: Hildoceratoidea
- Family: Hildoceratidae
- Biozone (associated): Frequently associated with the Haugia variabilis and Hildaites murleyi zones
- Identification: First described in 1853 by F.A. d’Orbigny, Haugia variabilis is a classic ammonite used for correlation of Toarcian marine deposits in Western Europe
Morphological Features:
- Strong, bifurcating ribbing with well-marked growth lines
- Involute coiling with a relatively narrow umbilicus
- Compressed whorls with pronounced ornamentation across the flanks
- Excellent preservation with matrix highlighting shell relief and structure
Notable Information:
- Haugia variabilis is a zone fossil used in stratigraphic dating of Jurassic marine layers in northern France and the UK
- Specimens from Calvados are especially sought after due to the quality of preservation in the local sedimentary matrix
- A classic collector’s piece representing the rich fossil heritage of Normandy
Authenticity & Presentation:
- 100% genuine fossil specimen, not a replica
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
- Photo shows the actual specimen you will receive
- Scale cube = 1cm for precise size reference
This Haugia variabilis ammonite is not only a beautifully preserved relic of the Jurassic seas but also an important piece for collectors and geoscience enthusiasts alike.
All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity.
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