Sagacia’s Statement Ammolite Earring
One of the few organic gemstones, Ammolite is an iridescent gemstone that was first discovered in Canada. It is a multi-colored gemstone that appears like an opal and is formed out of a fossilized shell of ammonite, which is an extinct mollusk. In the world of the gemstone jewelry industry, ammolite is a trade name that is used for gem-quality material obtained from fossilized ammonite shells. The rarest of rare gem-quality ammonite specimens are called ammolite.
If you are someone who has a taste for rare gemstones, then go for ammolite jewelry made in 925 sterling silver. The special thing about ammolite is, that not only does the mining of this gemstone happen in a limited area, but also, only 5% of the total specimens of ammonite can be used as gemstones.
About the Ammolite Gemstone Used in Our Statement Lever Back Dangle Earrings
Although gem-grade ammolite is very rare, it is considered a semi-precious gemstone. It is similar to biogenic gems (biogenic gemstones are those gemstones formed by living organisms) such as pearls. The most common shape of the shell of ammolite is similar to a ram’s horn. Perhaps, this is why this stone is the zodiac stone for Aries (the Zodiac possessing the ram sign). On top of this, Egyptian astrology linked Aries with the sun god Ammon, which they depicted in the form of a human body with a ram’s horns.
Although the composition of our Ammolite gemstone set in the above lever back dangle earrings varies from earring to earring, it is primarily composed of calcium carbonate. The base of the ammolite fossil is formed out of aragonite, which is the same thing that is present in mother-of-pearl shells. Some of the other minerals out of which ammolite is formed are pyrite, silica, and calcite. Talking about the hardness of this gem, ammolite ranks between 3.5 and 4.5 on the Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness.
You must be thinking, are there any knockoffs of ammolite? Yes, there are. Some unethical e-commerce companies that sell ammolite jewelry sell lumachelle (which is also known as the “fire marble”) in the name of ammolite. Lumachelle is formed by fossilized snails and clamshells. How can you distinguish between lumachelle and ammolite? Well, first, this fake ammolite shows duller iridescence. What is iridescence? When light hits ammolite gem, it diffracts and splits into different colors. The thickness of each ammolite layer determines the colors we observe. Thicker layers of ammolite showcase red and green colors, while thinner layers showcase violet and blue colors. Also, under ultraviolet light, ammolite showcases fluoresce and shines in mustard-yellow color.
Whereabouts of Ammolite Gemstone Used in Our Statement Ammolite Earrings
The ammolite gemstone used in Sagacia’s ammolite earrings is mined from the Bearpaw Formation that stretches between Canada and the United States of America. This particular location goes through Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Montana. Although you will find ammonite fossils all over the world, only specific geological conditions create gem-grade ammolite which are limited to certain areas. Some people who sell ammolite jewelry such as ammolite earrings source this gemstone from England and Madagascar, but the main problem with this particular grade of ammolite is, that it is more fragile, and it has a dull coloring.
Healing Properties of Ammolite
Ammolite is a gemstone filled with magical healing properties. The signature iridescence of ammolite has caused people to nickname this beautiful stone “Seven Color Prosperity Stone” in Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese practice of balancing energy flow through arranging the space. Practicians of feng shui believe that ammolite purifies the physical body and improves the overall well-being of the individual. And they link the colors of ammolite crystals to the benefits they offer – for instance, green is linked to wealth, and yellow is linked to wisdom.
Physically, ammolite cleanses, detoxes, and purifies the body. It also prevents burnout in stressful environments and increases the overall strength of the individual. In addition to this, wearing ammolite earrings improves the health of the lungs, relieves pain that occurs during childbirth, and helps the individual fight degenerative diseases.
On an emotional level, ammolite jewelry improves mental concentration, balances the emotional body by healing traumas, and increases overall willpower. As you will wear ammolite, you will notice that you are more comfortable being vulnerable in relationships, and all your insecurities will fade away. Thus, we can say that ammolite is great for developing and sustaining stable relationships. On a side note, ammolite cures depression and soothes the anxiety of the heart.
Why Choose Sagacia Jewelry?
There are several reasons behind why you should choose Sagacia Jewelry for purchasing Statement Ammolite Earrings. First and foremost, we focus on quality, and although our jewelry packaging looks simple and sober, the earrings inside the package are of the highest quality and beyond what you can expect at the given price bracket. Also, our jewelry is budget-friendly and the pricing is so reasonable that you will never ask for discounts or coupons. All the jewelry you will find at Sagacia Jewelry is made out of pure 925 sterling silver and this particular sterling silver is hypoallergenic in nature – which is why it is extremely safe to wear.
Also, we sell trending gemstone jewelry, and all our jewelry designs are appealing and new. You can see this in all of our gemstone jewelry collections such as moonstone jewelry, larimar jewelry, opal jewelry, and turquoise jewelry. The gemstones used in the making of this gemstone jewelry (such as ammolite earrings) are authentic and genuine.
Last but not least, we follow eco-friendly practices. We give a portion of the profits we earn to organizations that make the environment better, such as the ones that work to conserve forest cover, the ones that plant trees, etc. Also, we use jewelry-making techniques in which we reclaim most of the silver lost in the process of jewelry making. And our manufacturing practices ensure that we produce minimal waste and less energy consumption. Make sure you check out our other statement earring collection that includes Aquamarine earrings, Azurite Malachite earrings, Bumble Bee Jasper earrings, and Dendritic Agate earrings.
