Poster Print : Gastrioceras, goniatite
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Gastrioceras, goniatite
Gastrioceras, a Carboniferous goniatite. Goniatites were highly mobile creatures similar to octopus and squid, but were protected by a coiled shell divided up into many chambers
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Ammonite Ammonitida Ammonoid Ammonoidea Carboniferous Cephalopod Cephalopoda Chamber Chambered Chambers Coil Mobile Mollusc Mollusca Mollusk Paleozoic Phanerozoic Prehistoric Shell Goniatite Invertebrata Jet Propulsion
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Discover the captivating underwater world of the past with our Media Storehouse Gastrioceras, Goniatite Poster Print. This mesmerizing image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the intricately detailed shell of this Carboniferous goniatite. With its swirling patterns and protective chambers, this ancient creature was a marvel of the sea. Bring the mystery of the deep into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality poster print. A must-have for marine life enthusiasts and history buffs alike."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52.5cm (16.5" x 20.7")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Glimpse into the Past: The Coiled Wonders of Gastrioceras, a Carboniferous Goniatite 2.. This print showcases the intricately patterned shell of a Gastrioceras goniatite, an ancient invertebrate that once roamed the seas during the Carboniferous period, approximately 350 million years ago. Belonging to the class Cephalopoda and order Goniatitida, Gastrioceras is a fascinating representative of the molluscan subclass Ammonoidea. Gastrioceras, meaning "stomach horn," is a type of goniatite, a group of extinct, chambered cephalopods that shared similarities with both octopuses and squids. Their most striking feature is their coiled, chambered shell, which provided protection and buoyancy. The shells of Gastrioceras were intricately designed, with complex patterns and spiral grooves that are still admired by scientists and enthusiasts alike today. These prehistoric creatures were highly mobile, utilizing jet propulsion for locomotion. They inhabited the Phanerozoic Eon, a geological time period characterized by the presence of abundant fossilized remains, and are considered part of the larger Mollusca class. The presence of Gastrioceras and other goniatites in the fossil record offers valuable insights into the diverse marine life of the Paleozoic Era. As you gaze upon this stunning print, imagine the vast oceans that once cradled these magnificent creatures, their coiled shells shimmering in the sunlight as they gracefully navigated the depths. The intricate patterns and chambers of Gastrioceras serve as a testament to the beauty and complexity of life that existed long before our time.
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