Ludwiga Ammonite with Two Pecten Bivalves on Limestone Matrix, Upper Jurassic, Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK

This aesthetically pleasing specimen preserves a Ludwiga ammonite in fine detail alongside two delicate Pecten bivalves, on a freestanding block of oolitic limestone. 

The ammonite retains its beautifully ribbed shell with beautiful partial calcite replacement, while the bivalves display crisp sculptural detail, offering a vivid glimpse into a thriving Jurassic marine ecosystem. 

Sourced from the renowned fossil beds near Burton Beadstock, England, this specimen was formed during the Upper Jurassic period (~170 million years ago), capturing a moment of natural history frozen in stone.

This piece combines scientific significance and aesthetic refinement, making it a compelling addition to any museum-style collection or collector’s cabinet. 

 Specimen Details

Specimen: Ludwiga ammonite with two pecten bivalves on natural limestone matrix

Ammonite: Ludwiga, finely ribbed. Size - 30mm 

Bivalves: Pecten, natural sculptural detail. Size - 25mm, 20mm 

Matrix: Oolitic limestone, freestanding block

Dimensions (matrix) :  110 mm H × 100 mm W × 65 mm D

Geological Age: Upper Jurassic (~170 million years ago)

Location: Burton Bradstock, Dorset, UK

Condition: Natural, unrestored, museum-style display