The Coal Measures are the coal-bearing part of the Upper Carboniferous System. In the United Kingdom, the Coal Measures Group consists of the Upper Coal Measures Formation, the Middle Coal Measures Formation and the Lower Coal Measures Formation. During this time, dense forests formed the rich ecosystem of the UK, with ferns, plants, fruits and giant insects that roamed.

Discover an authentic and rare British Fossil Fern Plant from the Coal Measures, dating back to the Carboniferous period over 300 million years ago. This stunning fossil was unearthed in Radstock, Somerset, a site well-known for its rich fossil deposits from the Upper Carboniferous system. During this era, the UK was covered in vast swamp forests, teeming with ancient ferns, towering lycophyte trees, and even giant insects.

The Coal Measures in the United Kingdom are divided into three formations: the Lower, Middle, and Upper Coal Measures, which are responsible for much of the UK’s historic coal reserves. These layers of sedimentary rock were formed from compacted plant material in vast tropical wetlands, eventually creating the coal seams that fueled the Industrial Revolution. Fossils from this time period provide a fascinating glimpse into a lush and humid prehistoric world.

This particular fossil displays excellent preservation of plant details, showcasing the delicate fronds and intricate vein patterns that made up the ancient fern species of the Carboniferous era. It serves as a significant addition to any fossil collection, educational study, or as a unique gift for history and science enthusiasts.

• Type: British Fossil Fern Plant
• Age: Coal Measures, Carboniferous (Approx. 300 Million Years Old)
• Formation: Upper Carboniferous System - Coal Measures Group
• Location: Radstock, Somerset, UK
• Authenticity: 100% genuine fossil, comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
• Sizing: Scale cube = 1cm (Full dimensions available in listing photos)

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