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Fossil shells of the Eocene Tertiary Period
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Fossil shells of the Eocene Tertiary Period
Plate III from Principles of Geology, being an attempt to explain the former changes of the Earths surface. Vol. 3 1832-33 by Charles Lyell (1797-1875)
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Plate III from Sir Charles Lyell's seminal work, "Principles of Geology," showcases an intriguing assemblage of fossilized shells from the Eocene Tertiary Period. This Victorian-era illustration, published between 1832 and 1833, offers a glimpse into the marine life of the past. The meticulously rendered image includes a diverse array of invertebrate fossils, primarily gastropods, or mollusks with a single, coiled or conical shell. Among these ancient marine dwellers are species of gastropods, such as the elegant Fossilized Helix and the distinctive Fossilized Straboma. Sir Charles Lyell (1797-1875), a renowned Scottish geologist, is considered a pioneer in the science of geology. His groundbreaking work, "Principles of Geology," introduced the concept of uniformitarianism, which posits that the natural processes observed in the present have been responsible for shaping the Earth throughout its history. This revolutionary idea challenged the prevailing belief in catastrophic explanations for geological phenomena. The Eocene Tertiary Period, which spanned from approximately 56 to 33.9 million years ago, marked the beginning of the Cenozoic Era and the Phanerozoic Concordatian Age. This period saw the emergence of numerous new species, many of which are represented in this illustration. The fossilized shells in Plate III serve as a testament to the rich marine life that once inhabited our planet and provide invaluable insights into the Earth's prehistoric past.
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