Description Plagiostoma gigantea Fossil Bivalve – Lower Lias, Jurassic – Blockley, UK About the Fossil: This well-preserved Plagiostoma gigantea fossil bivalve originates from the Lower Lias stage of the Early Jurassic period (~201-174 million years ago) and was discovered in Blockley, United Kingdom. Plagiostoma is an extinct genus of marine bivalves, known for its distinctive fan-shaped shell with radiating ribs, making it a highly recognizable and sought-after fossil. These bivalves thrived in shallow Jurassic seas, where they lived attached to the seafloor, filtering nutrients from the water. The Lower Lias formation is world-renowned for its rich and diverse marine fossil deposits, containing ammonites, belemnites, and bivalves that provide a window into ancient marine ecosystems. Geology & Formation: Geological Age: Lower Lias, Early Jurassic (~201-174 million years ago) Formation: Marine sedimentary deposits Location: Blockley, UK Preservation: Excellent fossilization with clearly defined shell structure and surface details Why This Fossil? ✔ 100% Genuine Specimen – Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity ✔ Highly Collectible – From the renowned Alice Purnell Collection ✔ Perfect for Display or Study – Ideal for fossil collectors, students, and paleontology enthusiasts ✔ Scale Rule/Cube = 1cm – See photos for full sizing The fossil in the photo is the exact specimen you will receive! Secure Packaging & Fast Shipping – Your fossil will be carefully packed for a safe journey!
