Ammonite Collection (page 5)

Ammonite, scaphites nodosus
A Cretaceous ammonite from Badlands, South Dakota, USA. This specimen retains much of its original shell giving it a beautiful pearly lustre

Promicroceras planicost, jurassic ammonites
A rock specimen containing many Promicroceras a small shelled Jurassic ammonites. Ammonites are an extinct group of marine fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus

Ceratites nodosus, ammonoid
The Ammonoids are an extinct group of marine fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus. In this specimen, the shell suture lines are clearly visible

Ammonite internal cast
Shown here is an internal cast of a Jurassic ammonite clearly depicting individually preserved chambers within the coiled shell

Stephanoceras humphriesianum, ammonite
This fossil cephalopod originates from the Inferior Oolite, Middle Jurassic rocks near Sherbourne, Dorset dating from about 170 million years ago

Kosmoceras acutistriatum, ammonite
This Jurassic ammonite from Wiltshire, England occurs in a fine-grained shale, but has been severely flattened. However, the original lustre of the shell has been retained

Ammonite marble
Asteroceras (large shells) and Promicroceras (small shells) ammonites, seen here in the polished surface of a specimen of marble originating from the Lower Lias, near Yeovil, Somerset

Carboniferous limestone sea
Bridget Kempsters impression of a shallow coral Carboniferous (354 to 290 million years ago) limestone sea, depicting fish and an abundance of crinoids and coral

Asteroceras and promicroceras, ammonites
A rock specimen containing Asteroceras (large shell) and Promicroceras (small shell) ammonites from the Lower Lias, Marston Magna, near Yeovil, Somerset

Nipponites, uncoiled ammonoid
An uncoiled Nipponite ammonoid fossil. Ammonoids are an extinct group of marine fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus

Gastrioceras, goniatite
Gastrioceras, a Carboniferous goniatite. Goniatites were highly mobile creatures similar to octopus and squid, but were protected by a coiled shell divided up into many chambers

Hildoceras bifrons, snakestone ammonite
A snakestone ammonite (Hildoceras bifrons) from the Jurassic Lias rocks of Yorkshire, U.K

Pronorites cyclolobus, ammonoid
An extinct, marine fossil invertebrate from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs). Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta

A fossil Kosmoceras, ammonite
Kosmoceras, a genus of ammonite which lived during the Jurassic period

Goniatites sp. goniatite
An extinct, marine fossil goniatite from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs), sub-class Ammonoidea. Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta

Scaphites nodosus, ammonite
This Cretaceous ammonite originates from The Badlands, South Dakota, U.S.A. This specimen retains much of its original shell giving it a beautiful pearly lustre

William Buckland (1784-1856)
Print annotated in pencil Dr Buckland Dean of Westminster. Buckland was an English geologist and palaeontologist, who wrote the first full account of a fossil dinosaur

Fossil ammonites used as memorial stone
Asteroceras marstonense (larger ammonites) and Promicroceras marstonensis (smaller ammonites) used as a memorial stone. Specimen originates from Spath Lower Lias, Marston Magna, Somerset, England

Rudgea eriantha
Finsihed watercolour drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Illustration annotated Ceratites amoena

Ammonite selection
Three ammonites as follows: (Left to right) Oistoceras wrighti; Asteroceras obtusum (zonal index species); Tragophylloceras loscombi all specimens originate from the Jurassic rocks near Lyme Regis

Orthoconic nautiloid, originating from near Castleton, England. The more unusual straight-shelled species belonging to the same group as ammonites and to todays living nautilus

Asteroceras obtusum, ammonite
Shown here is a Jurassic ammonite. Ammonites are an extinct group of fossil cephalopods related to todays Nautilus

Asteroceras marstonensis and Promicroceras, ammonites

Ammonite 2011

Ammonite Fossils - Seymour Island - East side of Antarctic Pen. Bay of Fossils AU-1003
PPC-20061 Ammonite Fossils and scree slopes in snow Seymour Island - East side of Antarctic Pennisular, Bay of Fossils D. Parer & E

Large fossil ammonites - on the beach near Lyme Regis - World Heritage Jurassic Coast - Dorset - UK
ROG-14508 Large fossil ammonites beach near Lyme Regis - World Heritage Jurassic Coast - Dorset - UK Monmouth Bay Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Fossil: Ammonite Placenticeras Bear Paw Formation Diameter : about 22 cm Cretaceous (about - 71 Million years old)
FG-dz-240 Fossil: Ammonite Placenticeras, Bear Paw Formation Alberta, Canada Placenticeras intercalari Diameter : about 22 cm Cretaceous (about - 71 Million years old) Francois Gohier contact details

Ammonite Fossil Jurassic, Madagascar
FG-12035 FOSSILS - Ammonite Jurassic, Madagascar. Orthosphinctes Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Ammonite - pyritized, pyrite has replaced minerals in shell. Jurassic
CAN-107 Ammonite - pyritized, pyrite has replaced minerals in shell. Jurassic. France Lythoceras sp. John Cancalosi contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Fossil - Amonite 4cm diameter. Mid Jurassic. Saratov Region, Russia
FG-12055 Fossil - Ammonite Saratov Region, Russia Quenstedtoceras Mid Jurassic (Callovian). Large specimen: 4 cm diameter Francois Gohier contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Ammonite Fossil - 186 million years, Early Jurassic UK
KEL-1135 FOSSIL - AMMONITE Early Jurassic, 186 million years ago, UK Promicroceras planicosta Ken Lucas contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Morocco, fossil polishing and teatment, natulis spiral shell fossil

DAVID DEFEATING AMMONITES. The army of King David, under the generalship of Joab, deafeats King Hanun and the Ammonites (2 Samuel 12: 27-8). Wood engraving, 19th century, after Gustave Dor

AMMONITES & MOABITES. The destruction of the armies of the Ammonites and Moabites (II Chronicles 20: 24)
AMMONITES & MOABITES. The destruction of the armies of the Ammonites and Moabites (II Chronicles 20:24). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

SODOM & GOMORRAH. The Lord rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah brimstone and fire from the Lord out of heaven...his (Lot s) wife looked back from behind him

Ammonite fossil in exposed rock on beach, Chapmans Pool, Dorset, England, november

Ammonite fossils exposed in rock on beach, near Lyme Regis, Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, Dorset, England, october

Fossilised ammonite shell among pebbles
Ammonite fossils. View of four fossil ammonites among pebbles. The spiral shells can be clearly seen. Ammonites are a type of extinct cephalopod mollusc

Fossil ammonite
A fossilized ammonite which has been sectioned and polished to reveal its internal structure. During fossilisation, the minerals of the ammonites shell have been replaced by pyrite (iron sulphide)

Perisphinctes ammonite, artwork
Perisphinctes ammonite. Artwork of a fossil of a Perisphinctes ammonite, showing the spiral structure of the ammonites shell

Trilobites. Computer artwork of trilobites in the sea during the Devonian period. This lasted from around 408 to 360 million years ago

Discoscaphites ammonite, artwork
Discoscaphites ammonite. Artwork of a fossil of a Discoscaphites conradi ammonite, showing the spiral structure of the ammonites shell

Ammonite fossil, Hudsonoceras proetum
Ammonite fossil. Fossilised shell of the ammonite Hudsonoceras proetum. This is a Goniatite fossil (order: Goniatitida), one of the primitive ammonoids which are used as zone fossils in Devonian

Fossils. Historical artwork of various invertebrate and vertebrate fossils, found in red and liassic (hard) sandstone. Taken from " The Circle of the Sciences", published in 1862-7

Sphenodiscus ammonite, artwork
Sphenodiscus ammonite. Artwork of a Sphenodiscus ammonite, showing this marine invertebrate emerging from its shell. Ammonites were marine molluscs that formed a spiral shell to protect their soft

Jurassic landscape, artwork
Jurassic landscape. Coloured updating of the famous artwork Duria Antiquior (Ancient Devon), painted 1830 by English geologist Henry De la Beche. The Jurassic Period was 200 to 146 million years ago

Ammonite fossil, 16th century
Ammonite fossil. Woodcut artwork of a split stone, revealing an ammonite fossil. The Latin text refers to this as a rams horn

Ammonites in a Jurassic sea. Artwork of Asteroceras ammonites swimming amongst crinoids (feathery stalked organisms) and corals at the time of the Jurassic period (200 to 145 million years ago)

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"Journey through Time: Unveiling the Enigmatic Ammonite Fossils" Step into the fascinating world of ammonites, ancient marine creatures that once roamed our oceans millions of years ago. This captivating fossil, known as Desmoceras spp. , dates back to the Upper Early Cretaceous period during the Albian Stage in Mahajanga Province, Madagascar. Under UV light, these ammonite fossils reveal a mesmerizing display of vibrant colors and intricate patterns. It's like witnessing a hidden secret come to life. In 1862, British scientists first discovered these prehistoric wonders while exploring the depths of our planet's history. These reptilian beings coexisted with other marine species such as nautilus, as depicted in an enchanting engraving from that era. Ammonites were part of an extinct group of marine reptiles that thrived for millions of years before their mysterious disappearance. Asteroceras is another remarkable example showcasing their diverse forms and sizes. Cleoniceras sp. , another magnificent specimen found in Madagascar from the Cretaceous period, showcases its stunning beauty captured perfectly in Picture No. 10889717. Through advanced imaging techniques like SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), we can delve deeper into understanding the intricate details preserved within each ammonite fossil. The delicate structures are truly awe-inspiring. This particular cross-section reveals a glimpse into their internal chambers and spiral-shaped shells—a testament to their evolution and adaptation over time. From Mahajanga Province to Russia, ammonites have left traces all around the globe—each telling its own unique story about Earth's ancient past. As we marvel at these extraordinary fossils today, let us reflect on how they connect us to a distant world long gone but forever imprinted in stone—the enigmatic legacy of ammonites endures.