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A textured conical seashell rests on a smooth gray matte stone surface
A textured conical seashell rests on a smooth gray matte stone surface

About this photo

Close-up shot of a detailed spired seashell with raised ridged patterning set against a neutral blurred gray stone background. This image works well for natural history, marine biology, or collection-themed design projects.

Prompt: “ammonite fossil on a stone surface” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (7.0/10): This well-lit sharp close-up matches the specimen-on-stone brief but depicts a modern gastropod seashell rather than the requested ammonite fossil.

Also searched as: seashell close up · natural shell specimen · marine fossil specimen · textured shell on stone · natural history object

Direct file: 1536×1024 JPG

Using this photo — common questions

Can I use this rugged seashell on gray stone photo for free, commercially?
Yes. This photo is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Rugged Seashell On Gray Stone” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/rugged-seashell-on-gray-stone-f812734b) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?
The original is 1536×1024 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its landscape shape suits blog headers, article images, presentation slides and social link previews.
Is this photo AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “ammonite fossil on a stone surface” and passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.
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