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Fossil ammonites used as memorial stone

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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

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Ammonite Ammonitida Ammonoid Ammonoidea Arietitidae Asteroceras Cephalopod Cephalopoda Early Jurassic Eoderocerataceae Eoderoceratidae Fossil Fossilised Great Britain Jurassic Lias Lower Marston Mesozoic Invertebrata Lower Lias


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In this evocative image, the fossilized remains of two ancient marine creatures, Asteroceras marstonense and Promicroceras marstonensis, serve as a poignant memorial stone. These exquisitely preserved ammonites, hailing from the Lower Lias formation in Marston Magna, Somerset, England, offer a glimpse into the rich biosphere of the Early Jurassic period, approximately 183 million years ago. The larger Asteroceras marstonense, a member of the Arietitidae family, boasts an impressive, intricately ribbed shell, reminiscent of a delicate, spiraled flower. Its size and grandeur evoke a sense of awe and reverence, making it a fitting centerpiece for this memorial. Surrounding the larger ammonite are smaller, yet equally captivating, Promicroceras marstonensis specimens. Belonging to the Eoderoceratidae family, these ammonites display more compact and finely ribbed shells, reflecting their smaller size and distinct anatomical features. The fossilized ammonites' origin in the Lower Lias, a geological formation in England, further adds to their historical significance. This formation is part of the Lias Group, which spans the Late Triassic and Early Jurassic periods, marking a critical time in Earth's history when the first dinosaurs emerged. As invertebrates from the Cephalopoda class, ammonites are a fascinating group of animals, characterized by their distinctive, chambered shells. Their anatomy, with a head bearing tentacles and a large, complex brain, reveals their close relationship to modern-day squids and octopuses. This memorial stone, with its fossilized ammonites, serves as a poignant reminder of the diverse and fascinating life that once thrived in the Mesozoic era. The intricate patterns and preserved details of their shells stand as testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world.

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