Promicroceras pyritosum ammonite fossil (22 mm) New Around 196 million years old

Around 196 million years old (Sinemurian

A stunning example of a calcite ammonite fossil of the species Promicroceras planicosta from the world-famous Jurassic Coast beach of Lyme Regis

These fossils were first found by pioneering Victorian fossils hunters like Mary Anning

and the mixed yellow and grey colour is beautiful

which is small for this fossil type and so likely a juvenile

Promicroceras pyritosum ammonite fossil (22 mm) New Around 196 million years oldA highly pyritised ammonite fossil of the species Promicroceras pyritosum from the world famous Jurassic Coast beach of Charmouth, Dorset UK. The fossil measures 22 mm (0. 84 inches) across, which is large for this species. The ammonite is very well preserved on both sides. The ribs are very finely defined and the pyritic colour and shine is beautiful. A great example of the species and incredible in the flesh. These pyrite ammonites have long been