Fossils Preserved in Volcanic Ash

Specimens of various species of fossil preserved primarily in volcanic ash, sourced from Berkeley, Gloucestershire, UK and dated to the Silurian, Llandovery series. Fossils preserved in volcanic ash are quite rare and are thought to make up less than 2% of the earths fossils, the fossils were most likely swept up by volcanic ash flows and then preserved. The specimens have several species of fossil present including corals, brachiopods and pteropods. These interesting samples are a must have for any fossil collector, supplied in a white card tray with an information label.