Poster Print : Assortment of fossils from the Silurian period
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Assortment of fossils from the Silurian period
Fossil corals. Assorted specimens of fossilized corals, now extinct, which lived in tropical seas during the Silurian period some 430 million years ago. Conical forms (upper centre, lower centre left) are from Hughley purple shales; tabulate " flattened" forms (at right and top) are from Wenlock limestone, sites both in England. Corals are colonial marine organisms that live in shallow seas. They secrete an external skeleton of calcium carbonate extracted from the water which, over time, build up into vast coral reefs. The site at which these fossils were found indicate that the British Isles were once much closer to the Equator
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Media ID 6372557
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Assortment Coral Fossil Fossil Fossil Coral Fossil Invertebrate Fossils Silurian Palaeontology
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the wonders of the past with our Assortment of Fossil Corals Poster Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring an intriguing collection of extinct corals captured in stunning detail by Science Photo Library, these posters transport you back to the tropical seas of the Silurian period, some 430 million years ago. Each poster showcases a unique and captivating fossil coral specimen, providing a glimpse into the diverse marine life that once thrived in ancient oceans. Bring the history of our planet into your home or office with these educational and visually stunning poster prints.
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 53.4cm (16.5" x 21")
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
This print showcases an assortment of fossils from the Silurian period, offering a glimpse into the ancient world of marine life. The focal point of this image is a collection of fossilized corals, now extinct, that thrived in tropical seas approximately 430 million years ago. The upper center and lower center left display conical forms originating from Hughley purple shales, while the flattened tabulate forms at the right and top are derived from Wenlock limestone sites in England. Corals, as colonial marine organisms residing in shallow waters, played a crucial role in constructing vast coral reefs by secreting an external skeleton made of calcium carbonate extracted from water sources. These intricate structures gradually accumulated over time to form magnificent underwater ecosystems. The discovery site for these remarkable fossils provides valuable insights into Earth's geographical history. It suggests that what we know today as the British Isles once resided much closer to the Equator during the Silurian period. Through this mesmerizing print captured by Science Photo Library, viewers can appreciate both the beauty and scientific significance of these fossilized corals. They serve as tangible evidence of our planet's rich past and offer a window into an era when unique creatures thrived beneath ancient tropical seas.
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