Ammonites are perhaps the most widely known fossil. These creatures lived in the seas between 240 - 65 million years ago, when they became extinct along with the dinosaurs. The name 'ammonite' originates from the Greek Ram-horned god called Ammon.
The Ammonite is considered to be a very powerful healing fossil. Its spiral shape symbolizes continual change and evolution. Ammonites have absorbed cosmic energy over eons of time and help to stimulate the life force (Chi) within. The Ammonite is said to attract health, prosperity and success as it draws off all negative energies. Think of the Ammonite spirals as a filter, drawing in these dense energies which are no longer needed, moving them through the spirals and releasing them as fresh, positive energies.
To accent the delicate natural beauty of these ammonites, I've prong-set them using soldered 20 gauge sterling silver wires, and securely set the fossils. The soft, neutral tan and brown tones compliment both casual and dress clothes, while adding a little edge.
Measures 1 3/4" long from the top of the ear wire and 7/8" wide.