Orthoceras in Matrix – 7–10 cm

Orthoceras in Matrix – 7–10 cm

Discover a remarkable piece of prehistory with this fossil Orthoceras from Morocco, beautifully displayed in its original matrix.

Orthoceras is the common name for fossils of extinct, straight-shelled cephalopods that inhabited the oceans hundreds of millions of years ago. These remarkable marine animals were related to the modern nautilus and lived in elongated shells consisting of several chambers.

In these specimens, the rock surrounding the fossil has been partially removed, beautifully highlighting the characteristic shape of the shell. The fossil itself has been carefully polished, while the surrounding rock retains its natural, rough appearance.

The regularly shaped chambers and fine fossil structures are clearly visible. The smooth fossil creates a beautiful contrast with the robust, dark gray matrix.

Thanks to the flat underside, these fossils can be placed securely on a desk, cabinet, or in a natural history collection.

Each specimen is unique and bears the traces of millions of years of geological history.

Product features

• Fossil: Straight-shelled cephalopod

• Common name: Orthoceras

• Scientific classification: Cephalopoda

• Origin: Morocco

• Dimensions including rock: approximately 7–10 cm

• Rock: Natural sedimentary rock

• Preparation: Fossil exposed in the matrix

• Fossil finish: Smoothly polished

• Rock finish: Rough, with a flat underside

• Colors: Natural dark gray, black, and light gray shades

• Quantity: 1 specimen

Please note: You will receive one randomly selected Orthoceras fossil in matrix. As these are natural fossils, dimensions, shape, color, preservation, and the ratio between fossil and rock may vary from one specimen to another. Minor damage, fracture lines, and traces of preparation may be present. The images show examples from our collection.

A remarkable natural history collectible that combines the natural appearance of rough rock with the refined details of a polished fossil.