Massive Cleoniceras Fossil Ammonite on Stand

LOWER CRETACEOUS PERIOD, CIRCA 110 MILLION YEARS B.P.

19 1/4 in. (22.5 kg total, 49 cm high including stand).

An exceptionally large, naturally iridescent polished Cleoniceras besairiei ammonite with a smaller (49mm) similar adhering to one face.

Provenance

From Madagascar.
Property of a Bristol, UK, gentleman collector.

CONDITION

VETTING:

TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process

AUCTIONS:

TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.

LOT 3014