Devil's Toenails 'Gryphaea'

Gryphaea, commonly known as “Devil’s Toenails”, are the fossilised remains of an ancient type of curved oyster that lived around 200 million years ago. These distinctive fossils are wonderfully preserved, showing the natural curled shape and growth lines of the original creature. Each specimen is unique, making it a fascinating addition to any fossil collection, educational display, or gift for geology enthusiasts.

Period: Mesozoic

Age: approx. 200 million years

Origin: United Kingdom

As these are genuine fossils, each specimen will differ slightly in size, pattern, and colour.