Ammonites are ancient Cephalopods who became extinct along with the dinosaurs at the close of the Cretaceous period some 65 million years ago. Their existence on Earth lasted around 330 million years and their hard shells are now found as fossils throughout the Earth. Noted by humankind since Biblical times, they were first called “Ammon’s Stones” due to their resemblance to the ram’s horns of Ammon, the ancient Egyptian God of Life and Procreation.
A very powerful earth healing fossil, the Ammonite clears 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, loving life force energies. Ammonites have absorbed cosmic energy over eons of time and help to stimulate the life force energy within. Its spiral shape symbolizing continual change and evolution.
This fractal fossil includes an Opal gemstone. Opal is hardened silica gel, and often contain up to 5-15% water. There are a great many colors and names for different types of Opals, but all contain the intrinsic properties together. Opal is an emotional stone and reflects the mood of the wearer. It intensifies emotions and releases inhibitions. Encourages both freedom and independence. Opal enhances cosmic consciousness and induces psychic and mystical visions. It stimulates originality and creativity. Helps to release anger and claim self worth, aiding in accessing and expressing one’s true self. Opal strengthens memory. It encourages an interest in the arts. Wearing Opal brings loyalty, faithfulness and spontaneity.
