Statement Rare Hematite Ammonite Sterling Silver Pendant
You will receive the unique large fossil pendant pictured. Set in sterling silver, the hematite fossil shows off the intricate detail of the chambers of the shell.
Measuring roughly 76x52x10mm including bail, it allows you to carry a wee piece of history with you and makes a great statement piece. Comes with a complimentary 18" sterling silver snake chain. Please note that our photographer's hands are small, please check with a ruler if unsure of scale.
Ammonites became extinct some 65 million years ago after surviving on earth for a 330 million years! Roaming the oceans as far back as 200 million years ago, these squid-like sea creatures are fossilised relatives of the chambered nautilus shell. The name "ammonite" was inspired by the spiral shape of the fossilised shells, which somewhat resemble tightly coiled rams' horns. It is thought the name derived from the Greek God Ammon, who is typically depicted wearing rams horns. The black/very dark brown colouring you see in these ammonites is haematite, an iron which is lighter than gold. Our Madagascan hematite ammonites are a very rare find.
