An unusual and fascinating natural fossil specimen featuring a collection of fossilised gastropod shells preserved together within their original matrix in one piece.
The contrasting pale fossils stand beautifully against the warm, sandy-coloured stone, with several shells exposed sufficiently to reveal their distinctive tapering forms and clearly defined spiral whorls. Other fossils remain partially embedded within the matrix, giving the piece the wonderful appearance of a small section of ancient seabed preserved in time.
Gastropods are one of the most successful and diverse groups of molluscs, with their long fossil record providing a fascinating glimpse into life in prehistoric seas.
Unlike a single prepared fossil, this piece is particularly appealing because the gastropods remain together in their natural matrix. Look closely and you'll discover different shapes, sizes and fragments throughout the stone — little details that make you wonder what else might still be hidden beneath the surface.
A wonderfully tactile and characterful specimen for a fossil or mineral collection, and an unusual decorative piece for anyone fascinated by natural history and the ancient world.
As a completely natural specimen, every mark, fossil and irregularity is part of its individual character. There will never be another one quite like it.
This listing is for one piece only, please let us know which you would like from the 4 illustrated. 1, 2, 3, or 4.
