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Description
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Ammonite cab ~
Offered here is an impressive 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 golden amber colored cab has a strong 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 example is beautifully gemmy, reminiscent of marmalade jam. No doubt it'll make a fascinating piece of jewelry! The cab has a high rounded dome of 6mm, a graceful designer 'teardrop' shape, and a slick glossy polish both front and back.
Size: 39x26 mm
Weight: approximately 47 carats
Price: SOLD
Current gemstone for sale $65.00
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