{"product_id":"ammolite-pendant-dainty-silver-ammonite-inlaid-with-fire-opal-in-vibrant-iridescent-hues","title":"Ammolite Pendant - Dainty Silver Ammonite Inlaid With Fire Opal In Vibrant Iridescent Hues","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat You're Receiving\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dainty \u003cstrong\u003esterling silver pendant\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring a natural \u003cstrong\u003eammonite fossil\u003c\/strong\u003e inlaid with \u003cstrong\u003efire opal\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing a layered play of iridescent color that shifts with movement and light. Each pendant is one-of-a-kind — the ammolite shell's spectral patterning and the opal's internal fire are unrepeatable in any two pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGemstones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ammolite (ammonite fossil shell) + fire opal inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished silver with natural gemstone surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starborn Creations — a specialist in fossil and rare gemstone jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWearability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versatile size suited for everyday wear and formal occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGeological Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite:\u003c\/strong\u003e An opal-like organic gemstone derived from the iridescent aragonite shell of extinct ammonite cephalopods, primarily \u003cem\u003ePlacenticeras meeki\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePlacenticeras intercalare\u003c\/em\u003e. Found almost exclusively in the Bearpaw Formation of the Rocky Mountain region (Alberta, Canada). Formed over 65–71 million years ago during the Late Cretaceous period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIridescence Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ammolite's spectral color play — ranging from crimson and gold to violet and green — results from light interference within stacked layers of aragonite platelets, each only 0.5–0.8 microns thick. Thicker layers produce reds and greens; thinner layers produce blues and violets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire Opal:\u003c\/strong\u003e A transparent to translucent variety of opal (SiO₂·nH₂O) distinguished by its vivid orange, red, or yellow body color. Formed in ancient volcanic deposits, primarily in Quéretaro, Mexico. Unlike precious opal, fire opal's value lies in its warm body color rather than play-of-color, though some specimens exhibit both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ammolite: 3.5–4.5 | Fire opal: 5.5–6.5 — both require protective settings, which the silver bezel provides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHistorical \u0026amp; Cultural Significance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmmonites are among the most iconic fossils in natural history, named after the Egyptian god Ammon whose ram's horns they resemble. They thrived in Earth's oceans for over 300 million years before the K-Pg extinction event 66 million years ago. The Blackfoot Nation of the Canadian plains called ammolite \u003cem\u003eIniskim\u003c\/em\u003e — the Buffalo Stone — and considered it one of the most sacred and powerful talismans in their tradition, used in ceremonies to call buffalo herds and ensure survival through winter. Fire opal was revered by the Aztecs as \u003cem\u003equetzalitzlipyollitli\u003c\/em\u003e, the stone of the paradise bird, and was mined in Mexico long before European contact. Both stones carry deep indigenous and geological heritage that makes this pendant far more than decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMetaphysical \u0026amp; Energetic Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmolite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Associated with transformation, evolutionary energy, and the Fibonacci spiral of life; used in Feng Shui as a prosperity and vitality stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFire Opal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linked to the sacral chakra — associated with creativity, passion, courage, and the awakening of personal power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pairing of ancient fossil energy with fire opal's activating warmth creates a piece traditionally associated with grounded vitality and inspired action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a soft pouch or lined jewelry box — both ammolite and opal are relatively soft and can scratch against harder stones or metals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaning, and harsh chemical jewelry solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe gently with a soft, dry cloth after wearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from prolonged heat and direct sunlight — opals contain water and can craze (develop surface cracks) if dehydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove before swimming, bathing, or applying perfume or lotions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rare Earth Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44555619106905,"sku":"AmlPd32-XOR","price":246.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/9096\/0473\/files\/Amlpd32_0199734a-c54d-7227-86bd-8b3887711878.original.jpg?v=1787240354","url":"https:\/\/earthlytreasuresgallery.com\/products\/ammolite-pendant-dainty-silver-ammonite-inlaid-with-fire-opal-in-vibrant-iridescent-hues","provider":"Earthly Treasures Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}