NOTE:

Most details shown in the large image are actually not visible to the naked eye, large photographs are meant to show details. We have made the image the closest possible to the original item when viewed on computer screen. Depending on the viewers' monitor settings, the colour of the item may appear a few shades lighter or darker in comparison to the original item.

Ammolite is a rare and valuable opal-like organic gemstone and is arguably the rarest gemstone on earth, rivaling the rarity of such gemstones as Alexandrite and Red Diamonds.  

Because the Ammolite layer is usually mere fractions of a millimeter in thickness, most Ammolite gems take the form of two-part doublets, with the Ammolite layer adhered to a dark backing material. 

Sources and Origin of Ammolite 

Ammolite is formed from the mineralized remains of an upper Cretaceous fossil called the Ammonite Placenticeras. These hard shelled squid-like marine animals became extinct more than 60 million years ago due to the mass extinction that occurred at the end of that era. The gemstone material is formed from the compacted remains of the shell which was exposed to eons of tectonic movement, mineralization, intense pressure and heat. 

Although sources of Ammonite exist in other locations around the globe, it is only in one isolated region of Southern Alberta, Canada, that this deposit produces the gemstone colored Ammolite.  

The supply of Ammolite is extremely limited and with only one area for mining. At current production levels supplies of high grade Ammolite are expected to be completely exhausted in approximately 20 years.

 DESCRIPTION 

Colors: Green & Orange  

Size (mm) : 37 Length x 20 Width (Longest point)

Hardness : 4.5 - 5.5 

Origin : Alberta, Canada 

CLARITY CHART

IF                      Internally flawless; free of inclusions

VVS                 Very, very slight inclusions; microscopic inclusions barely seen under a loupe with 10x magnification

VS                    Very slight inclusions; inclusions visible only to the scrutiny of the close naked eye

SI                      Small inclusions; inclusions easily seen to the close naked eye

I                         Heavy or large inclusions obvious to the naked eye

Transparent   Transmitting light without serious diffusion / may have rutile or other inclusions

Translucent    Allowing light to pass through, but not transparent

Opaque           Does not allow light to pass through

IMPORTANT NOTE

Weight and size of gemstone/item may vary slightly from piece to piece due to difference in calibration of our weighing and measuring scales compared to those used by buyers.

Colour may also not appear exactly as in real life due to variation in computer monitor resolution and lighting used during photo shooting. Our photos are taken under fluorescent lighting; sometimes Torch Light and Flash Light are also used. We will do our very best to represent the accurate pictures of all our items.

PAYMENT

We accept PayPal only.

Payment must be submitted within 7 days after the first bid/purchase.

Please DO NOT bid on/purchase any item if you do not agree to our Selling Policies OR do not have the intention to make payment.

SHIPMENT

NOTE: We DO NOT ship to Israel.

You may combine items up to 7 days from the first bid/purchase to save on shipping charges, each additional item is FREE. Paid item/s will be instantly processed for shipment. Proceed to pay only when you do not want to combine any more item or when the payment is due.

VERY IMPORTANT: Standard Shipping = Registered Airmail is SLOW and takes 10-30 working days to arrive, but could take much longer! If you choose Registered Airmail, you automatically accept the long delivery time! We offer Expedited Shipping (Express Mail Service) costs between US$24.00 - US$52.00 (depends on weight & buyer's location) that is FAST and its delivery takes only 4-7 working days, please contact us if you prefer the Expedited Shipping (EMS) for the actual shipping cost.

We strongly recommend using Expedited Shipping (EMS) if you cannot accept the long delivery time of Registered Airmail. Expedited Shipping (EMS) serves your needs for FAST delivery or expensive items.

Package will be sent out within 72 hours after confirmation of full payment is received.

RETURN & REFUND POLICY

Please contact us before returning any item. Item must be returned in its original condition (not damaged, unworn, unused, etc) within 14 days from your receipt date. Please use SECURE shipment method only for any return; we will not be liable for refund of item that failed to reach us. Buyer will bear the return shipment cost.

FOR INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

    Import duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

    Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

    These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up – do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.

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