Detailed pyrite crinoid fossil (48 mm) Pentacrinites pyrite The fossil weighs 185 grams

The fossil weighs 185 grams

The fossil weighs 382 grams and has a cut flat base to allow it to stand freely for display

It represents the poo of the animal

gold and copper that appear as the viewing angle changes

Detailed pyrite crinoid fossil (48 mm) Pentacrinites pyrite The fossil weighs 185 gramsA stunning example of a crinoid fossil of the species Pentacrinites fossilis from the world famous Jurassic Coast beach of Charmouth, Dorset UK. The fossil measures 48 mm (1. 9 inches) across and consists of several stems with highly detailed tentacle like attachment cirri running across the surface. It has an extremely high level of detail down to the smallest parts. It is preserved in iron pyrite, giving it a wonderful metallic colour and shine.