Pyritized Ammonite

Perfectly preserved ammonite fossil. Carefully polished so that one can see the minute details in these ancient spirals. Intriguing and mesmerizing - ammonites are fossils of extinct sea creatures that have survived millions of years. As ammonites fossilize, the shell is replaced by the mineral pyrite. This achieves a contrast to the natural fossil pattern highliting the intricate spiral design.

This ammonite is encircled in sterling silver and finished with sturdy sterling hinged bail. Please see below for a size reference.