{"title":"Marston Marble","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eMarston Marble is a fossil rich limestone sourced from Somerset, England, formed during the Jurassic period. Composed primarily of calcite, it contains visible ammonite and marine fossil inclusions preserved through sedimentary processes. Its natural earthy tones and fossil detail reflect ancient seabed environments. This collection features carefully selected Marston Marble pieces valued for their geological heritage and preserved natural history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"marston-marble-slice-11-5cm-lower-jurassic-uk","title":"Marston Marble Slice 11.5cm, Lower Jurassic, UK","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMarston Marble Slice 11.5cm, Lower Jurassic, UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-199f66a8-7fff-acc2-b34a-df8b1ba9e712\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eStability, Continuity, Grounding, Legacy, Rhythm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: Lower Jurassic, Obtusum Zone, Marston Magna, Somerset, UK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarston Marble is a fascinating fossil rich limestone found around Marston Magna in Somerset, England. Despite its name, it is not a true marble but a beautifully patterned sedimentary rock formed over 200 million years ago during the Early Jurassic period. The stone is filled with tiny ammonite fossils, their pale spirals contrasting against a deep grey or brown matrix, preserving a snapshot of ancient marine life from the days of early oceans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce used in local architecture and monuments, Marston Marble carries both geological and historical significance. It represents endurance, transformation and the continuity of natural cycles, linking us to the vast story of the earth’s evolution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-526f34c4-7fff-b5c0-67ab-15208014e767\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafe to water cleanse?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eYes, though best cleaned gently with a soft cloth rather than prolonged immersion\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tali \u0026 Loz Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50243959390455,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/3491\/0874\/files\/marston-marble-slice-11-5cm-lower-jurassic-uk-fossil-tali-loz-crystals-1204677779.jpg?v=1763037304"},{"product_id":"marston-marble-freeform-16cm-lower-jurassic-uk","title":"Marston Marble Freeform 16cm, Lower Jurassic, UK","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMarston Marble Freeform 16cm, Lower Jurassic, UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"505\" data-start=\"177\"\u003eThis Marston Marble freeform originates from Marston Magna, Somerset, within the Lower Jurassic Obtusum Zone. Despite its name, Marston Marble is not a true marble but a fossil rich sedimentary limestone formed around 200 million years ago in a shallow marine environment.The stone contains a natural assemblage of Lower Jurassic ammonites, including \u003cem data-end=\"605\" data-start=\"590\"\u003ePromicroceras\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"620\" data-start=\"607\"\u003eAsteroceras\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"632\" data-start=\"622\"\u003eCymbites\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"648\" data-start=\"634\"\u003eXipheroceras\u003c\/em\u003e and related ammonite forms.Each specimen is completely unique, with variations in fossil density, pattern and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1257\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eMarston Marble has long been valued locally and was historically used in architecture and monuments throughout Somerset, giving each piece both geological and historical significance. This freeform has been shaped and polished to highlight the fossil detail while retaining the natural character of the stone. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1257\" data-start=\"859\"\u003ePlease note that light hand polishing marks may be visible; please refer to the photographs for detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1440\" data-start=\"1259\"\u003eMarston Marble is traditionally associated with stability, grounding and continuity, often viewed as a stone that reflects endurance, legacy and the steady rhythm of natural cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1602\" data-start=\"1442\"\u003eMarston Marble is safe for gentle water contact, though cleaning is best carried out using a soft dry or lightly damp cloth rather than prolonged immersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1602\" data-start=\"1442\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fossil Guide of Ammonite\" href=\"https:\/\/www.taliandloz.com\/blogs\/the-crystal-and-mineral-vault\/ammonite?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=b659ca2eb\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eFossil Guide of Ammonite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tali \u0026 Loz Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50462590042359,"sku":"7764 764 322","price":235.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/3491\/0874\/files\/marston-marble-freeform-16cm-lower-jurassic-uk-fossil-tali-loz-crystals-1218622588.jpg?v=1769695330"},{"product_id":"marston-marble-freeform-22cm-lower-jurassic-uk","title":"Marston Marble Freeform 22cm, Lower Jurassic, UK","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMarston Marble Freeform 22cm, Lower Jurassic, UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eThis Marston Marble freeform  originates from Marston Magna, Somerset, within the Lower Jurassic Obtusum Zone. Formed around 200 million years ago, Marston Marble is a fossil rich sedimentary limestone, despite its traditional name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eThe stone contains a natural assemblage of Lower Jurassic ammonites, including \u003cem data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"592\"\u003ePromicroceras\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eAsteroceras\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"619\"\u003eCymbites\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eXipheroceras\u003c\/em\u003e and related forms. These fossilised ammonites appear as pale spiral shapes set within a darker grey to brown limestone matrix, preserving a diverse snapshot of early Jurassic marine life from a single geological environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eThis piece has been hand polished to enhance the fossil detail while retaining the natural character of the stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: \u003c\/strong\u003eLight hand polishing marks may be visible please refer to the photographs for detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eMarston Marble is traditionally associated with stability, grounding and continuity, reflecting endurance, legacy and the steady rhythm of natural cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eThis piece does not stand upright on its own. It can be displayed naturally resting on its side or supported upright using a suitable stand, depending on preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1775\"\u003eMarston Marble is safe for gentle water contact, though cleaning is best carried out using a soft dry or lightly damp cloth rather than prolonged immersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.taliandloz.com\/blogs\/the-crystal-and-mineral-vault\/ammonite?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=b659ca2eb\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Fossil Guide of Ammonite\"\u003eFossil Guide of Ammonite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tali \u0026 Loz Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50462615601399,"sku":"7444 567 963","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/3491\/0874\/files\/marston-marble-freeform-22cm-lower-jurassic-uk-fossil-tali-loz-crystals-1218630926.jpg?v=1769709308"},{"product_id":"marston-marble-freeform-1-6kg-lower-jurassic-uk","title":"Marston Marble Freeform 1.6KG, Lower Jurassic, UK","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMarston Marble Freeform 1.6KG, Lower Jurassic, UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"566\" data-start=\"181\"\u003eThis Marston Marble freeform stands naturally on its own, making it an excellent display piece without the need for additional support. Sourced from Marston Magna in Somerset, within the Lower Jurassic Obtusum Zone, this fossil rich limestone formed around 200 million years ago in an ancient marine environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1003\" data-start=\"568\"\u003eMarston Marble is not a true marble, but a sedimentary limestone distinguished by its abundance of fossilised ammonites. This piece contains a natural mix of Lower Jurassic ammonite forms, including \u003cem data-end=\"786\" data-start=\"771\"\u003ePromicroceras\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"788\"\u003eAsteroceras\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"813\" data-start=\"803\"\u003eCymbites\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"815\"\u003eXipheroceras\u003c\/em\u003e and related species.  Marston Marble is traditionally associated with grounding, stability and continuity, symbolising endurance and the long rhythms of natural cycles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1269\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eThe freeform has been carefully hand polished to reveal the fossil detail while maintaining the stone’s organic character. Please Note: Light hand polishing marks may be present please refer to the photographs for clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1722\" data-start=\"1563\"\u003eMarston Marble is safe for gentle water contact, though cleaning is best carried out with a soft dry or lightly damp cloth rather than prolonged immersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.taliandloz.com\/blogs\/the-crystal-and-mineral-vault\/ammonite?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=b659ca2eb\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Fossil Guide of Ammonite\"\u003eFossil Guide of Ammonite\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tali \u0026 Loz Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50462646206711,"sku":"7654 345 753","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/3491\/0874\/files\/marston-marble-freeform-1-6kg-lower-jurassic-uk-fossil-tali-loz-crystals-1218630915.jpg?v=1769708349"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0398\/3491\/0874\/collections\/marston-marble-slice-11-5cm-lower-jurassic-uk-fossil-tali-loz-crystals-1204677772.jpg?v=1767974950","url":"https:\/\/www.taliandloz.com\/en-nz\/collections\/marston-marble.oembed","provider":"Tali \u0026 Loz Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}