Polished Goniatite Fossil Plate 13cm

The soft sandy colours and perfect spiral shape of this Polished Goniatite Fossil Plate make it a fascinating and beautiful piece. The perfectly preserved shell displays the curved stripes characteristic of all goniatites and sits in a smooth plate of stone, making this a stylish addition to any room.

Goniatites were free-swimming marine animals that inhabited coiled shells with a distinct striped pattern. They had squid-like tentacles and lived many millions of years ago. Their fossils preserve only their shells, and make wonderfully striking objects for us to enjoy. Fossil plates look great in any space and area a wonderful way to celebrate the natural history of our planet.