Made from the fossilized shell of ammonites, ammolite is an opal-like organic gemstone mined on the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. The color in the ammolite is a result of thin layers of aragonite. All the spectral colors found in nature can be displayed in ammolite, with thicker layers producing the more common red and green colors. While thinner, more fragile layers produce rarer blues and violets. Due to the fragile nature of ammolite, it is commonly treated with clear epoxy to stabilize it.
With the full spectrum of colors this pendant truly captures all of the beauty found in ammolite.
- Measures 35mm x 14mm with bail - on an18" sterling silver chain
- Sterling silver