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Large Iridescent Ammonite

Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil
Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil

Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil

$17,003

H 16.15 in W 19.3 in D 3.15 in

Large Red Iridescent Ammonite Fossil

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large red iridescent ammonite fossil dating from the late cretaceous period (100.5 – 66 million years ago).

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Natural Specimens

Materials

Stone

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Large Rare Iridescent Ammonite Fossil with Blue, Green, Red and Orange Hues.
Large Rare Iridescent Ammonite Fossil with Blue, Green, Red and Orange Hues.

Large Rare Iridescent Ammonite Fossil with Blue, Green, Red and Orange Hues.

Located in Cambridge, GB

Rare Iridescent Ammonite 'Placenticeras intercalare' Upper Cretaceous (75-72 million years ago) Measures: 41 x 48 x 4 cm Alberta, Canada Known as ‘Ammolite’, the shimmering...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Canadian Natural Specimens

Materials

Rock Crystal

Large Iridescent Ammonite
Large Iridescent Ammonite

Large Iridescent Ammonite

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H 16.15 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in

Large Iridescent Ammonite

Located in London, GB

Ammonites are extinct molluscs of the class Cephalopoda, order Ammonoidea. Ammonite is a palaeontological term applied to a group of extinct marine cephalopods- squid-likeorganisms w...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Canadian Antiquities

Materials

Shell

Large Iridescent Ammonite
Large Iridescent Ammonite

Large Iridescent Ammonite

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H 14.18 in W 16.74 in D 11.82 in

Large Iridescent Ammonite

Located in London, GB

Ammonites are extinct molluscs of the class Cephalopoda, order Ammonoidea. Ammonite is a palaeontological term applied to a group of extinct marine cephalopods- squid-likeorganisms w...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Canadian Antiquities

Materials

Shell

Large Red & Green Iridescent Ammonite from Canada
Large Red & Green Iridescent Ammonite from Canada

Large Red & Green Iridescent Ammonite from Canada

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H 18.9 in W 18.9 in D 1.97 in

Large Red & Green Iridescent Ammonite from Canada

Located in London, GB

These Canadian Ammonites are amongst some of the most sought after fossils in the world. Known for their rarity and vibrant colors finding specimens of this scale are few and far bet...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Canadian Natural Specimens

Materials

Other

Large Purple and Green Iridescent Ammonite '‘A’ Grade'
Large Purple and Green Iridescent Ammonite '‘A’ Grade'

Large Purple and Green Iridescent Ammonite '‘A’ Grade'

Located in London, GB

These Canadian Ammonites are amongst some of the most sought after fossils in the world. Known for their rarity and vibrant colors finding specimens of this scale are few and far bet...

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Fine Handmade Large Natural Iridescent Ammonite 29.5g Silver Pendant Necklace
Fine Handmade Large Natural Iridescent Ammonite 29.5g Silver Pendant Necklace

Fine Handmade Large Natural Iridescent Ammonite 29.5g Silver Pendant Necklace

By Gems and Jewels UK

Located in Birmingham, GB

Fine Handmade Large Natural Ammonite Pendant Necklace Large beautiful natural ammonite pendant weighing 29.5g. Handmade in sterling silver. Hanging on an 18' belcher chain. A uniq...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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By Baccarat

Located in New Orleans, LA

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$265,000

H 5.67 in W 4.34 in D 2.76 in

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Located in New Orleans, LA

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By Green River Fossil Company

Located in Logan, UT

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Questions About Large Iridescent Ammonite
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Iridescent ammonite is the fossil of a cephalopod that has a lustrous multi-colored metallic appearance. Jewelry makers sometimes use it as a gemstone. On 1stDibs, find a selection of iridescent ammonite jewelry and decorative objects from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, iridescent ammonite fossils are real. Their eye-catching, multicolored glow is formed from fossilized ammonite shells and is highly coveted by collectors and home decor enthusiasts. Ammonites can be any color, but iridescent ammonites are considered rarer than any solid hue. Browse a selection of iridescent ammonite fossil specimens on 1stDibs.