Large Oxynoticeras pyrite ammonite fossil (80 mm) pyrite The piece of limestone matrix

The piece of limestone matrix measures 180 mm (7

Finding a colony like this is rare on the Coast

which measure 55 mm and 38 mm

The fossil measures 46 mm (1

Large Oxynoticeras pyrite ammonite fossil (80 mm) pyrite The piece of limestone matrixA stunning example of a highly pyritised ammonite fossil of the species Oxynoticeras lymense from the world famous Jurassic Coast beach of Charmouth, Dorset UK. The fossil measures 80 mm (3. 15 inches) across with matrix which is large for this species. The ammonite is well preserved on both sides with highly detailed suture lines. The metallic iron pyrite colour and shine is beautiful. These ammonites are becoming much harder to find these days due