Dactylioceras Athleticum

Dactylioceras Athleticum ammonite fossil collected in Schlaifhausen, Germany. This specimen dates back to the Upper Lias or Toarcian Age approximately 174 to 182 Mya during the Jurassic. Dactylioceras is a well known genus of ammonite and is easily identifiable by its 'finger-like' ribbing. Its high abundance and widespread geographical distribution, particularly throughout Europe indicates that this was one of the most successful ammonite lineages. This specimen measures 4 cm in diameter, one side is fully exposed while the other still has some matrix attached. Supplied in a small plastic bag with an information label.