Earth:Claxby Ironstone

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Claxby Ironstone
Stratigraphic range: Valanginian–Hauterivian
TypeFormation
UnderliesTealby Formation
OverliesSpilsby Sandstone
ThicknessUp to 8 m
Lithology
PrimaryClay
OtherSilt, ironstone
Location
RegionEngland
CountryUnited Kingdom
ExtentThe Wash, southern Lincolnshire

The Claxby Ironstone is a geologic formation in England . It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period.

See also

  • List of fossiliferous stratigraphic units in England

References