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Iron Pyrites Ammonite Pendant set in 925 Sterling Silver
This gorgeous Iron Pyrites Ammonite Pendant is set in a 925 Sterling Silver with a claw setting. Millions of years ago during the fossilisation process the ammonite has turned to Iron Pyrites which gives it a metallic appearance. The setting has a 925 hallmark and has four claws holding the fossil securely in place. This ammonite dates back to the Cretaceous period, 120 million years ago.
Ammonites have been extinct for 65 million years. They are a form of Cephalopod, a group of marine molluscs. These first appeared in the Devonian Period, over 4oo million years ago. As the ammonite grew larger it added new chambers to the shell. The Ammonite only lived in the largest chamber. The name Ammonite, derives from from ‘Ammon’ the Greek God. Ammonites were plankton feeders, they had long tentacles, and swam upright. Altogether, there were in the region of four thousand different species. Ammonites became extinct 65 million years ago. The squid and octopus that swim in our seas now however, are closely related.
We supply this Ammonite pendant in an attractive gift box. The pendant in the photograph here is the one we supply to you. Also don’t forget to look at our Sterling Silver chains on our Gemstone Jewellery homepage these are available in various lengths, and weights. We currently have a special offer for our medium 16″ sterling silver snake chains. These are now only £9.50 a substantial reduction from our usual price of £14.50 while current stocks last!
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