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Ammonite cab ~
Offered here is a cabochon cut from a fossil ammonite, from Madagascar. The species is Cleoniceras madagascariense, and I'm told it lived hundreds of millions of years ago. This deep amber colored cab has a amazing suture pattern of growth events which can be seen as white lines, roughly resembling the shape of oak leaves. Those interlocking sutures are thought to have allowed the living ammonite to withstand the immense pressure of the underwater depths. This one's gemmy and translucent, reminiscent of marmalade jam, and includes a small drusy pocket on the backside. No doubt it'll make a fascinating piece of jewelry! The cab has a well rounded dome of 4mm, a sweet designer 'flame' shape, and a slick glossy polish both front and back.
Size: 41x20mm
Weight: approximately 27 carats
Price: SOLD See current gemstones for sale
 Ammonite
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