#Goniatite fossil

[uk-fossils]

Fossil Goniatite in Matrix – Devonian Period, Erfoud Morocco, Authentic Prehistoric Specimen

A stunning and authentic Fossil Goniatite preserved in its original limestone matrix, dating to the Devonian Period, approximately 390–400 million years ago. This specimen comes from the Erfoud region of Morocco, an area renowned for its rich fossil beds and well-preserved marine invertebrates.

Goniatites are extinct ammonoid cephalopods, ancestral relatives of modern squids and octopuses. They are characterised by their tightly coiled, planispiral shells and simpler suture patterns compared to later ammonites. This fossil offers excellent detail of the shell's spiral and internal chamber structure.

Fossil Type: Ammonoid Cephalopod (Goniatite)

Geological Age: Devonian – Middle to Late Devonian (Givetian-Frasnian)

Formation: Likely Maïder Basin marine limestone beds near Erfoud

Depositional Environment: These goniatites lived in warm, shallow marine environments of the ancient Paleozoic seas. After death, their shells settled into fine carbonate sediments that later lithified into limestone. The conditions allowed for excellent preservation of both external and internal shell structures.

Morphological Features:

Tightly coiled spiral shell (planispiral)

Distinct chamber divisions (septa)

Suture lines typically simple and curved (goniatitic)

Presented in limestone matrix, sometimes with associated fauna

Notable:

Classic example of early ammonoid evolution

Attractive fossil suitable for display or study

Collected from Morocco’s famous Devonian fossil beds

Photo shows the exact item you will receive

Authenticity: All of our fossils are 100% genuine natural specimens and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. Please refer to the scale image for sizing – each square or cube represents 1cm.

This Devonian Goniatite fossil from Morocco is a beautifully preserved relic of Earth’s ancient oceans and an excellent addition to any fossil collection or educational setting.

[geologyjohnson]

Work in progress on a goniatite painting. What other critters should I add?

[transparentfossil]

Mix fossils Ammonite Teeth Shark Gastropods lot Bivalve Goniatite Crinoide 11

[ghminerals]

Natural Pyrite Goniatite on matrix. Devonian famennian. Kowala Quarry, Swietokrzyskie, Poland. www.etsy.com/shop/GoldenHourMinerals

[azeutreciathewicked]

handheld firmament fossilized constellations twinkling long ago

[argonautsoul]

A spiral Goniatite fossil in this wave tossed beach pebble.

County Clare, Ireland.

Source: cormac_mcginley on X

[mutant-distraction]

A 320 million year old Universe of fossilized Goniatite spirals in a sea-worn storm-beach pebble. County Clare, Ireland. Original photo and post by Cormac's Coast

Cormacscoast.com Walking tours

[mineralsrocksandfossiltalks]

FOSSIL FRIDAY: Goniatitida

The earliest order of ammonites, goniatites appeared 390 million years ago during the middle Devonian Period.

They lasted all the way until the Permo-Triassic Extinction also known as The Great Dying about 251 million years ago.

Morphology: Like all ammonites, goniatites possessed a hard outer shell. They are small to medium-sized, almost always smaller than 15cm but most often less than 5cm across.

The shells vary in form from thinly discoidal to broadly globular and were probably terrible swimmers. Not a great feature to have when you live in the ocean. They also vary from smooth to distinctly ornamented.

Often, the sutures are straight or slightly curved as seen above. They also lack a calcified jaw seen in other orders.

Ecology: They lived in epicontinental seas more than open oceans. So, if they were alive today, we would likely see them in the Mediterranean Sea rather than the Atlantic Ocean.

Within those inland seas, diversity and abundance seemed greatest in the offshore basinal deposits. They are found in North America, Europe, N. Africa, and Australasia. Notable sites are Ireland, Arkansas and Morocco.

[squidsandthings]

This is a goniatite and it is part of the same family as squids. This is one of the closest fossils I have to squids, and I had to return my orthoceras fossil

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Squid fossil!!!! (ish)

It's so prettyy. It looks like it's almost marbled?? With black and white. It's really pretty. tytytyty. I am treasuring this picture forever.

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[uk-fossils]

Polished Fossil Goniatite - Devonian, Erfoud, Morocco | Genuine + COA

Authentic Polished Fossil Goniatite – Devonian Period, Erfoud, Southern Morocco

This is a genuine polished Goniatite fossil, carefully sourced from the Devonian-aged deposits of Erfoud, Southern Morocco. This remarkable fossil dates back approximately 419–358 million years, offering an extraordinary glimpse into the ancient marine world where early cephalopods flourished.

The specimen has been expertly polished to enhance its natural beauty, revealing intricate growth patterns and stunning mineralization within the shell, making it a perfect display piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Geology & Formation:

Goniatites are an extinct group of ammonoid cephalopods that thrived in marine environments during the Devonian Period. These fossils are commonly found in the limestone deposits of Morocco, an area renowned for its exceptionally preserved marine fossils. The mineralization process has replaced the original shell material with stunning calcite and aragonite, preserving the fine details of these ancient creatures.

Fossil Information:

Scientific Name: Goniatite sp.

Location: Erfoud, Southern Morocco

Geological Age: Devonian Period (~419–358 million years ago)

Fossil Type: Ammonoid Cephalopod

Polished Surface: Enhances visibility of intricate internal chamber structures and mineral patterns

Guaranteed Authenticity:

All of our fossils are 100% genuine and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the images is the exact fossil you will receive.

Size & Presentation:

Scale Rule / Cube = 1cm (see photos for accurate sizing)

Specimen dimensions provided in listing images

Polished surface for an elegant and striking display

Perfect for:

✔ Fossil Enthusiasts & Collectors

✔ Educational Use & Teaching

✔ Unique Gifts for Paleontology Lovers

✔ Museum & Display Collections

✔ Natural History Exploration

✔ Home & Office Décor

Own a beautifully preserved piece of Earth’s prehistoric marine history today! Fast & Secure Shipping Available.

[alex-fictus]

✨Paleo Party Stickers - Patch Notes 1 ✨

Added to Cambrian Era Group: Eldonia

Added to Carboniferous Era Group: Megarachne

Added to Jurassic Era Group: Hybodus, Miragaia, Chungkingosaurus, Gigantspinosaurus, Kentrosaurus, Yi Qi

Added to Cretaceous Ornithischians Group: Wuerhosaurus, Chasmosaurus, Medusaceratops, Centrosaurus, Gryphoceratops, Torosaurus, Atlascoposaurus, Shantungosaurus, Olorotian, Zalmoxes

Added to Cretaceous Saurischians Group: Siamosaurus, Ceratosuchops, Iberopsinus, Vaillabonaventrix, Sigilmassasaurus, Riparovenator, Gigantoraptor

Added to Cretaceous Non-Dinosaurs Group: Repenomamus, Sterpodon

Removed from Cretaceous Non-Dinosaurs Group: Hybodus

Added to Neogene Era Group: Chalicotherium, Deinotherium

Added to Quaternary Era Group: Gigantopithecus

Added to Holocene Era Group: Passenger Pigeon, Alligator Gar, Pelican, Horseshoe Crab, Triops

✨📈Upcoming Queue 📈✨

With pride coming up and the pride cats needing video editing, I may not hit all of these but these are my next priority groups!

Thyreophorans: Jakapil (K), Gastonia (K), Akinacephalus (K), Edmontonia (K), Tarchia (K), Gargoyleosaurus (J), Scelidosaurus (J) Sauropods: Magyarosaurus (K), Xinjiangtitan (K), Saltasaurus (K), Brontosaurus (J)

Theropods: Saurophagnax (J), Monolophosaurus (J), Metricanthosaurus (J), Albertasaurus (K), Struthiomimus (K), Incisivosaurus (K), Atrociraptor (K), Bambiraptor (K), Maip (K)

Pterosaurs: Rhamphorhynchus (J) Ediacaran: Mawsonites, Spriggina, Dickinsonia, Charnia

Paleozoic misc: Cyclida (C), Goniatites (C), Bulbasaurus (P), Diictodon (P)

Mesozoic misc: Juramaia (J), Thalattoarchon (T), Nothosaurus (T)

Cenozoic misc: Dinictis (Pg), Argentavis (N), Pelagornis (N), Toxodon (N), Nuralagus (N), Teratornis, (Qu), Platygonus (Qu), Tuatara (Living Fossil), Tanuki (Living Fossil)

This was a pretty big update! Next sticker patch notes will probably be the upload of the pride cats! If you have any recommendations or requests for the paleo party, send me a message!

All pride cats have been decided and I'm about to start printing them all for my May shop update on Friday May 3!

Date: April 2, 2024

[georgebuckettwo]

“A Fortuitously Placed Fossil. A 320 Million Year Old Goniatite Fossil, County Clare, Ireland”

[croziers-compass]

Nautical Brass Calendar

Leather Journal Case (which I own and I adore it.)

Knots Print

Goniatite Hematite Devonian Ammonite Fossil Pendant (by Anita / SIGIL. I have a pyritized ammonite from her and a Tibetan quartz. She's a magnificent artist)

Nautical Dictionary Prints

Brass Sextant

Compass and Calendar

Compass

Brass Calendar

Spyglass

The Terror Art Print

Royal Navy Buttons 1 2 3

Would any of you like my list of Nautical / Navy / The Terror Inspired gifts and items?

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[tff-praefectus]

Fossilized ammonoid

[bijoux-et-mineraux]

Ammonite Fossil (Goniatite, Devonian) - Atlas Mtns, Morocco