Preserved in a large matrix bowl is this very large Becheiceras specimen which is surrounded by 13 Androgynoceras' and one Tragophylloceras. The specimen has been meticulously cleaned to this high standard. Specimens of this size are rare and are highly sought after amongst ammonite collectors throughout the world. A large display specimen from the world famous Jurassic coastline of Lyme Regis.
This specimen was collected in the 1970's by Peter Langham and was on display in the "Dinosaur Land" Museum,Lyme Regis. We purchased this specimen when the museum changed hands and it has been in the same collection ever since. The specimen consists of a complete calcified, very large, Xipheroceras, preserved to its mouth border and to add to its overall aesthetics is a piece of Monkey Puzzle wood and a small scattering of Promicroceras planicosta. Specimens of this size and quality are very rarely found and are highly sought after amongst the elite collectors. An extremely desirable piece that would grace any "top end" collection. Approximately 200 million years old.
This ammonite has been preserved in solid yellow and light brown calcite and prepared from both sides. The matrix has been sculptured on every side , making this wonderful display item totally unique in every way. Many hours of painstaking preparation has gone into this work of art. The ammonite glows bright yellow when a light source is placed at the back. The matrix also has a cut base for upright display. This piece would grace any home or office space. Approximately 200 million years old. Prepared by Andy Cowap.
