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Fact: The natural stone
Ammolite consists of brilliant, intensely hued bits of a rare,
mineralized fossil shell. The mollusk ammonite became
extinct more than 70 million years ago. When the fossil ammonite
becomes opalized it is called Ammolite. Rare, gem -quality
ammolite appears similar to black opal, showing different color
combinations when the stone is viewed from different angles.
The most common colors range from yellows, oranges to reds and
greens. The blues are more rare and hence more expensive. The
blue I have seen is a deep brilliant blue changing to turquoise.
Absolutely stunning!
Ammolite is found only in southern Alberta, Canada.
Fancy: Blackfeet Indians call Ammolite the Buffalo
Stone. The broken pieces that wash out of flooded creeks
and rivers sometimes resemble a buffalo, which represents wealth,
good health, power and stamina to the Blackfeet.
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