Ammolite Gemstone

Essential Facts of Ammolite Stone

• Ammolite stone is an iridescent layer subtracted from the solidised shells of a prehistoric creatures called ammonite. About 66 million ago these squid like creatures became extinct. It is believed that Ammolite gem was found even before there were seven continents. When these creatures lived there were only two landmasses, Gondwana and Laurasia.
• You can find the gemstone in any colour but red and green are the most prevalent ones. Just like other gemstones, the most essential factor while accessing the value of an ammolite stone is the intensity of the colour. Brightness plays an essential role as well.
• Although, ammolite has been around for a long time, yet is still a little new in the jewellery world. The gemstone still remains a rare found gem in the jewellery industry.
• It was classified as a true gem by the World Jewellery Confederation in the past 300 years. It was in 1960’s that ammolite stone started appearing in jewellery pieces.
• The largest producer of ammolite gemstone is Korite and it claims that in a span of 20 years the deposits of the stone shall run out.
• The gemstone can be found in several places around the globe but the gem quality stone has been discovered only at one location- Southern Alberta, Canada. It is believed that only 5% of the ammolite stone found in this location is worth for a gem quality stone.
• Ammolite stone is made of aragonite. It is the same mineral that the pearls are composed of.
• Ammolite is referred as ‘buffalo stone’ by the Blackfoot Native Americans.
• The iridescence in the ammolite stone occurs from the interference of light that reflects off the layers of thin microscopic platelets that make up the missing aragonite in the ammonite shell.
• Ammolite is believed to stir positive energy. It is known as the gem of enlightenment.
• Ammolite stone is not sold by carat weight, it is rather valued by its size and play of colours.

Healing and Astrological Benefits of Ammolite Gemstone

The gemstone was discovered by native Indians and was used by them to ward off the evil spirits. Some Feng Shui masters believed that ammolite gemstone absorbed cosmic energy from the universe and through the stone passed the owner a good health, wealth and enlightenment.

Ammolite stone is believed to be a high energy stone and is considered to enhance the vitality, harmony and overall well-being of occupants and visitors of a home.

Feng Shui students believe that ammolite gemstone absorbs the knowledge of universe and that knowledge is gained by everyone near it. The colour of ammolite stone is said to represent the harmonious balance of earth, fire, water, metal and wood.

The three main traits associated with ammolite gem are perfection, wisdom and knowledge. The gemstone is believed to hold the vibrations and energies of the universe.

• Crystal healers and Fengshui teachers usually use this gemstone.
• The gemstone can show how can you harmonize with the environment on a physical and spiritual level.
• It is believed that by wearing this gemstone you can have a better understanding of the cycles of the creation.
• Ammolite gemstone is believed to be very protective. It can bring you luck, fortune and prosperity.
• It works very well with the root chakra and can channelize your energies and can help you in tuning them well. The gemstone can also help you reach deep meditative zones.
• Ammolite stone is believed to enhance your dreams and give you inspiring dreams.
• Ammolite is also believed to enhance your physical vitality and stamina and can stabilize your pulse and blood pressure.