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Prehistoric, ca. 240 to 65 million years ago. A lovely ammonite fossil of an exquisite ribbed spiral form, named ammonite for the Egyptian god called Ammon (Amun) who is generally depicted with ram's horns behind each of his ears. It was the famous ancient Roman naturalist Pliny the Elder, author of the encyclopedic tome Naturalis Historia, who dubbed these fossils ammonis cornua (horns of Ammon). Ammonites like most cephalopods were carnivorous prehistoric creatures with sharp jaws within a ring of tentacles that extended from their shells to capture prey. As they grew, ammonites constantly built their shells, only living in the outermost chamber. An excellent example of pure natural history, in full 3-dimensional form, exceptional for showing vivid shell details and brilliant hues of iridescent copper and cream. Ideal to complement any advanced fossil marine life collection as well as a stunning and highly unique interior design fossil of pure natural history! Size: 5.5" across x 4.75" H (14 cm x 12.1 cm)

Provenance: Ex Peter Arnovick Collection, Los Altos CA

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  • Condition: Remarkably excellent with minor expected surface wear.

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