Ammonite Collection (page 6)

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 During fossilisation, the minerals of the ammonites shell have been replaced by pyrite (iron sulphide)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)

Goniatite fossil. Fossilised shell of a goniatite (Goniatites sp.) The goniatites were one of the primitive ammonoids which are found as fossils in Devonian and Carboniferous strata

Goniatite fossil, computer artwork
Computer artwork based on a goniatite fossil image. Fossilised shell of a goniatite (Goniatites sp.) The goniatites were one of the primitive ammonoids which are found as fossils in Devonian

Pyritised Ammonite Fossil
Specimen of an ammonite of the genus dactylioceras dating from the Lower Jurassic period, approximately 170 million years ago

Machina ammonita by Paul D. Stewart
Inspired by William Paleys inference of a creator from the mechanisms of nature, and a bad pun from Descartes view of non-human organisms as machina anima

1833 Penny Magazine extinct animals color
1833 " Organic Remains restored" front page of the Penny Magazine October 26th with wood engraving illustration and later hand colouring. (Original print black and white also available)

1834 Guerin engraving Extinct animals
This 1834 steel engraving with contemporary hand colouring is the earliest coloured reconstruction of extinct fossil animals. It is from Guerins Dictionnaire pittoresque Vol 1. plate 24

1833 Penny Magazine extinct animals crop
1833 October 26th " Organic Remains restored" front page of the Penny Magazine with wood engraving illustration and later hand colouring. (Original print black and white also available)

Prehistoric marine invertebrates, artwork
Prehistoric marine invertebrates, 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

Diver and prehistoric life, artwork
Diver and prehistoric life. Animals shown here include a plesiosaur (upper right), an ichthyosaur (upper left), ammonites (centre right), and a Dapedium fish (orange and blue, lower right)

Fossil Ammonite - Upper Early Cretaceous - Albion stage - mahajanga Province - Madagascar - cross-section
CAN-3718 Fossil Ammonite - Upper Early Cretaceous Albion stage - mahajanga Province - Madagascar - cross-section Desmoceras sp

Ammonite Fossil - Triassic period 248-213 m. y. a. Caen, France
KEL-1500 Ammonite Fossil - Triassic period 248-213 m.y.a. Caen, France Ken Lucas Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Fossil ammonite- Cleoniceras spp. - Cretaceous - Madagascar
CAN-3849 Fossil ammonite Upper Early Cretaceous - Albian Stage - Mahajanga Province - Madagascar - Under UV light Cleoniceras spp

Fossil - Ammonite. Bear's paw formation. 70 million years old marine invertebrate, extinct Alberta, Canada E50T3854
CAN-2200 Fossil - Ammonite. Bear's paw formation. 70 million years old marine invertebrate, extinct Alberta, Canada Placenticeras sp

Fossil ammonites - Lower Jurassic Somerset, England E50T3880
CAN-2195 Fossil ammonites - Lower Jurassic UK Caloceras johnstoni John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Ammonite (Parkinsonia) - Southern France - mid-Jurassic
CAN-2494 Ammonite (Parkinsonia) - Southern France - mid-Jurassi John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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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.