Large Fossil Turritella (Gastropod) From France

This is a block of sandstone with several fossil Turritella (gastropods) collected near Bordeaux, France. They are Early Miocene in age (Burdigalian Stage) so 16-20 milliion years old. The sandstone has been meticulously prepared to expose the tops of these shells. Really a beautiful piece.
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DETAILS
SPECIES
Turritella sp.
LOCATION
Saucrats la Brede near Bordeaux, France
SIZE
Largest 2 3/4" Matrix 4x3"
CATEGORY
ITEM
#8810
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