This listing features a highly detailed, A-grade fossil crab, Xanthilites bowerbanki, from the Eocene epoch (~50 million years old), found in the London Clay Formation, Warden Point, Sheppey, Kent, UK. This is an exceptional specimen, showcasing the intricate preservation of a prehistoric crab that lived during a time when much of the UK was covered by warm, shallow seas.
✔ Rare and well-preserved fossil crab from the London Clay
✔ A-grade specimen with superb detail and definition
✔ Originates from the famous Warden Point fossil locality in Kent
✔ Ideal for collectors, educational study, or museum display
✔ Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
The London Clay Formation is one of the most famous fossil-bearing deposits in the UK, dating back to the Eocene epoch (~50 million years ago). It preserves a diverse array of marine life, including crabs, lobsters, fish, and even ancient shark teeth. Xanthilites bowerbanki was a species of crab that thrived in these ancient coastal waters, and well-preserved specimens like this are highly sought after by collectors and paleontologists.
This fossil is 100% genuine and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. The specimen shown in the listing photos is the exact one you will receive.
This specimen originates from the renowned Alice Purnell Collection, one of the largest and most respected fossil collections in the world. We take great pride in offering high-quality, professionally prepared fossils, ensuring authenticity and excellence for collectors, researchers, and educators alike.
An outstanding Xanthilites bowerbanki fossil crab from the Eocene London Clay, perfect for any fossil collection or museum display. Don’t miss out on this rare and scientifically significant specimen!