Wonderful Stone Ammolite - photos, interesting properties and features, who it is suitable for and where it is used

History and origin

Hundreds of millions of years ago, the planet was inhabited by creatures that did not survive due to climate and geological changes on Earth. Among them were carnivorous mollusks called ammonites, after the Egyptian deity Amun. These marine organisms ceased to exist with the era of dinosaurs. Hundreds of centuries ago, people found the remains of ancient mollusks, the shell of which was transformed into a beautiful stone.

In 1908, representatives of the National Geological Survey discovered a bright gem in the Alberta region, along the St. Mary's River. A mineral composed of calcium carbonate, like most stones of organic origin. The stone looks like a shell, reminiscent of a rolled ram's horn, and shimmers with all the colors of the rainbow. The samples found showed complex patterns, multi-layered gradients, and a variety of shade combinations.

More than half a century passed, only in 1981, as a result of numerous studies, a fairly high quality of ammonite was revealed. The International Confederation of Jewelers officially recognized the natural stone as a jewel, after which production of the mineral was launched.

Place of Birth

On all continents, fossilized remains of ammolite are found, used in the manufacture of jewelry. However, ammolite deposits are found only in the Canadian province of Alberta or on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern United States.

Specimens found in these areas exhibit the most vibrant colors and are highly prized among fossil enthusiasts. The Bearpaw mine, located in southern Canada, is considered to be the only ammolite mine that produces high-quality treasures.

Physical properties

Ammolite - the fossilized shell of Ammonite, is divided into categories that confirm the quality and high cost of jewelry. The most valuable three or four-colored stones belong to class AA, class A includes one and two-color fossils, but class B receives single-colored shells. Ammolite is quite fragile, has low density, is not transparent, and the shine of the stone mainly depends on its composition.

Healing properties

“The color effect of stones, both therapeutic and psychological, in one way or another affects the functional systems of a person.”

Ammolite is spoken of as the best remedy for healing diseases that affect people mainly in childhood, these are:

• rubella;
• scarlet fever;
• chickenpox.

An ammonite fossil, serving as a talisman, helps an adult organism overcome chickenpox; the disease will proceed in a milder form. The healing power of the precious shell can heal many skin diseases. If you carry a fragment of ammolite with you as an amulet, this will protect its owner from any problems concerning his health.

An equally valuable property that ammolite healing stone has is its interaction with energy, leading to the normalization of flow circulation. Therefore, Eastern healers use and recommend the use of ancient shells in healing practices.

The vibrations emitted by prehistoric shells affect the physical state of the human body and its psyche. The healing properties of ammolite help preserve youth and beauty. The energies of the ancient stone give a psychological mood for a successful outcome in healing, charge the biofield with the richest vital resource. This nourishment strengthens the immune system and increases the length of a happy and healthy life.

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• The healers of Ancient Egypt used a healing stone to neutralize poisoning and intoxicate the body. Ammolite was used to treat childhood infectious diseases.
• Chinese medicine uses stone powder in elixirs to increase the possibility of conception.
• Recommended by lithotherapists for obstetrics, healing pulmonary diseases, and alleviating depressive conditions.
• When treating skin diseases, ointments with ground ammolite are indicated.
• Modern lithotherapists use ammolite for massage.

Magic properties

The mysticism of the origin of many stones encourages people to create legends about them. However, colorful narratives contain the lion's share of truth. For example, a gemstone that comes from prehistoric ammonites is a gift from the gods.

Higher powers ordered that people look in their native land for untold riches that would save them from cold and hunger. Canadian Indians insist on the veracity of this legend. Ammolite, found on the slopes of the mountains, saved many tribes from imminent death. This stone symbolizes abundance and prosperity.

You can turn to the amulet with requests for what the soul asks for, then the rainbow gem will tell you a way to get what you want. Jewelry with an ammonite fragment will serve as a talisman to ward off old age. The more saturated the color of the shell, the more powerful the energetic message to make your desire come true.

If you use a stone as a talisman that provides protection, it must be “in touch” with its owner and always be with him. When the invisible contact between them is not interrupted, the magic of the stone will have a beneficial effect on the life situations of the owner. A gem is able to protect a person if it is charged and given “gratitude” in the form of positive thoughts and a positively charged impulse, joy and love.

A bit of esotericism

Ammolite has been known to the indigenous people of the Rocky Mountains and adjacent prairies since ancient times. In the Blackfoot language it is called "aapoak", i.e. “small creeping/snake stone.” There is evidence that it was used as a talisman during buffalo hunts. Silhouettes of bison were carved from it, which, according to legend, brought good luck, health and strength to the owner.

In modern esotericism, the stone is, for obvious reasons, only recently known, and its symbolism is firmly associated with the water element, which is explained by its origin. The stone is recommended for sailors and divers, as well as all people in one way or another connected with the sea or having another “aquatic” profession. The spiral shape of large ammolites is also subject to esoteric reinterpretation. The spiral is a symbol of ordering and creation. This means that the life of the owner of such a stone will be structured, and his thoughts will become more logical and rational.

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Variety

Ammonites are found in different sizes and in a wide variety of color variations. It is said above that shell fragments are divided into categories:

• AA are ammolites of the highest grade, have 4 or more colors;
• A is a high-level jewel, the color is 2 or 3 tones;
• B are, as usual, single-color shells that cost much less than previous samples.

The mother-of-pearl layer of ammolite shells has the ability to shimmer iridescently when rotated 360 degrees.

Jewelry with mineral

Each ammolite fragment is unique in luster, color and pattern. Pricing is based on the size, shape, number of colors present, their brightness and the appearance of the jewelry. A natural gem can have any shape, be coated or uncoated.

In jewelry, a fragment of ammolite is placed on a base; perhaps it will be a natural material, not exceeding a thickness of 1.5 mm. On top, a thin layer of shell is covered with an optical cap made of quartz, then the jewel can shimmer with all colors and be reliably protected from shocks and scratches.

It is known that the cost of stones depends on physical properties and carats. The market offers various jewelry with stones, and to buy jewelry, it is better to stock up on the necessary information. An indicative list of prices for some ammolite samples is presented:

• the minimum price for a single-color triangular fragment, 16.1–8.8 mm in size - $ 150.58;
• two-color stone, 28.4–13.4 mm in size, costs $394.88;
• a shell with a color resembling “dragon skin”, measuring 28.1–20.2 mm, costs $936.84;
• The ammolite, which has three colors and measures 28.5–18.7 mm, is valued at $1,181.64.

The gem is used to make rings, pendants, earrings and various ritual artifacts. Doublet or triplet manufacturing technologies make jewelry durable, which is passed on from generation to generation.

Buy ammolite jewelry

At the beginning of the “jewelry biography”, stones could be bought cheaply, and they were set in cupronickel. Nowadays, rainbow stones are set in precious metal and framed with expensive gems.

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The price of a small piece of ammolite (2x2 centimeters) of high quality in rainbow colors can reach $1000.

Such stones are rarely found. The color largely depends on the thickness of the aragonite layer. The thinnest layers usually have purple and blue colors, while the thicker layers have red and green shades.

Jewelry with ammolite

Such a fragile stone

Ammolites have low hardness. Therefore, jewelers prefer to set ammonite pieces in a tight, gap-free metal frame. Tripleting and doubling technologies are also used for stone processing.

• When doubling, a thin (very thin) plate of ammonite is glued onto a synthetic backing made of black spinel. The plate is impregnated with polymer adhesives to strengthen the gem.
• When tripletting, a third, top layer is added to this stone “sandwich” - a transparent mineral layer.

Ammolite prices

The cost of solid ammolite and the price of doublets and triplets varies hundreds and even thousands of times. Whole samples of ammolite with bright multi-colored colors can cost thousands of dollars for 1 gram.

Silver rings with ammolite are inexpensive - 2,400 rubles (a little more or a little less). A gold frame greatly increases the cost of jewelry. Rings with ammolite in gold will cost 39,000-55,000 rubles.

Beads made from natural ammonite will be difficult to buy. It is difficult to make beads from a flat piece of stone (and this is what ammolite happens to be). You can buy necklaces, earrings, and rings made of rainbow stones.

How to distinguish a fake?

In paired pieces, fragments should not be repeated; each piece of jewelry has a unique color and pattern. An external sign will help to distinguish the original from a fake to anyone who does not have the skills of an expert.

If the precious inserts in the earrings turn out to be identical, therefore, an imitation was used instead of a stone. All jewelry, especially those using expensive stones, are recorded and a “passport” is issued to them. In order not to fall into the trap of scammers, you need to familiarize yourself with the content, which indicates the field, manufacturer, name and all detailed information about the product.

Areas of application

The main area of ​​application of precious organic material is the jewelry industry. It has become especially popular since it was recognized as a commercially important ornamental stone.

When used in the jewelry industry, the stone is strengthened by additional means - it is covered with a layer of natural resin, glass or quartz, which does not in any way affect its appearance and does not reduce the quality properties of ammolite.

Given the reduction in its production and reserves, the cost of jewelry containing ammolite inserts is growing rapidly.

Jewelers advise protecting the stone from chemicals so that the insert does not lose its natural shine.

Caring for stone products

Ammolite, like other jewelry of organic origin, requires delicate care. Since they are highly fragile, they should be protected from any mechanical impact, otherwise they may crack and break off. It is best to store jewelry with stones in a separate case, since the compatibility of the mineral with foreign objects is contraindicated. You can avoid unwanted contact by placing ammolite treasures in a velvet case.

Using cleaning products containing chemical reagents will damage the iridescent surface. It is easier and safer to clean in a regular soap solution, rinsing with running water. Dry naturally or using soft, moisture-absorbing cloths.

Compatibility with names and zodiac signs

The astrological properties of the precious ammonite are quite interesting. He decides who to approach as a defense mechanism and who to bestow with luck or happiness. The magic of the gem is that it senses the subtle vibrations of a person. The true intentions of the owner of the artifact cannot be hidden from the energy of the talisman, and if one wishes, the magic stone ammolite will push him to act in the right direction.

(“++” – the stone fits perfectly, “+” – can be worn, “-” – is strictly contraindicated):

• Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces are under the protection of the water element. Ammolite comes from a sea creature and is most compatible with these signs. The vibrations of the amulet will help the owner overcome indecision and get rid of obstacles that arise along the way. Each “water” zodiac sign can, with the help of its talisman, choose an activity to its liking, in which success is guaranteed;
• Gemini, Libra, Aquarius are signs protected by the element Air. The magical energy of ammolite helps representatives of this element to everyone who definitely knows what they want and just lacks the confidence to choose the right way. The talisman helps you see all the possibilities that will help you make your dreams come true and will show you how to avoid troubles.

Other representatives of the astral circle can safely wear jewelry with a fossil fragment and attract everyone's attention.

His name carries great meaning for a person. It is reflected in character, mood and behavior. The matching of a gemstone with a name has a doubly effect on one's personality.

• Arseny, interacting with the shell amulet, will be able to develop leadership qualities that will help him become an excellent leader;
• Vasily, purchasing a talisman from a fossil, can be confident in the loyalty and devotion of his life partner, friends and his entire inner circle;
• Ilya, having received an ammolite amulet as a gift, will be able to achieve whatever he wants from material wealth, the magic of the stone will help him avoid rash decisions;
• Sofia, with the help of ammolite stone, will be protected from negative energies, as well as people who abuse her reliability;
• Olga, having bought an amulet with a stone, will be deprived of worries about personal relationships, since everything that could threaten will be eliminated;
• Emma should carry jewelry with ammolite with her, as it will serve as protection against dark forces and protect her from financial problems.

Talismans and amulets

Ammolite adorns amulets and talismans that are made to protect a person from the evil eye. The owners become wise. They feel a surge of original ideas and creative ideas. Talismans help you find original taste, individual style, and a special approach to creating your image.

Amulets attract wealth to the house and to the owner. A home decorated with items made from fossilized shellfish creates a happy and kind environment. It’s comfortable, cozy and calm next to amulets.

The stone, which is unusual in color, did not remain aloof from the adherents of Feng Shui. They create objects from it that can conduct Qi energy. Each color shade according to Feng Shui has its own meaning. The power of a multi-colored stone is great. Ammolite can change a person’s fate at any age.

The spiral shape gives other properties of the stone. The power of talismans: to put a person’s thoughts and life in order. After acquiring the amulet, life changes, it becomes more logical, orderly, and natural.

Varieties and colors

The color range of ammolite is considered a special feature. The stone has different shades. There may be several shades of the same color. Several different colors can merge into a single whole. Stones are divided according to quality characteristics depending on the number of color shades:

1. Higher - the whole range of colors, the full palette - seven-color stones;
2. Medium – several shades of two or three colors;
3. The lowest is several shades of the same color.

Quality is distributed according to established symbols:

• AA;
• A+;
• A;
• A-.

AA is the highest group of quality material, further down.

The most common stone colors:

• Red and green;
• Pink and purple;
• Blue with green;
• Red with yellow;
• Blue-green;
• Violet;
• Pink.

The register of species diversity includes more than 3 thousand species. Among jewelry, common items of value are:

1. Earrings;
2. Brooches;
3. Rings;
4. Jewelry for decoration.

Photos of the stone will allow you not to make a mistake and buy a natural thing, not a fake.

Caring for products with ammolite

The soft base of the gemstone requires care. Ammolite is fragile. Masters of the highest professionalism work with minerals. Skilled stone cutters create unique masterpieces. They remove the top layers, revealing the unusually elegant patterns of the gem. Craftsmen find the right curves and colors, turning fossils into jewelry. Ammolite is inserted into the frame to give it greater strength and durability.

The rules of care are simple:

1. Try not to create proximity to sharp objects;
2. Keep in a soft cloth or on a delicate support;
3. Eliminate the possibility of contact with the surface of cosmetics, perfumes, and chemicals.

You can clean ammolite with pearl care products. If it is not there, then you can make a weak soap solution.