Ammolite from Canada , vibrant red and orange iridescence with flashes of gold and occasional hints of green. Found exclusively in the Bearpaw Formation of Alberta, Canada.
Ammolite is a rare organic gemstone derived from the fossilized shells of ancient ammonites. The play of color results from light interference within layers of aragonite, similar to how light reflects in an opal. Ammolite is one of the few biogenic gemstones, placing it in the same category as pearls and amber. Highly prized for its rarity, natural beauty, and the unique geological processes that formed it over millions of years.
Made by Stacy Whetstone. Stacy is a highly skilled lapidary artist whose work is featured in esteemed institutions, including the Smithsonian Institution, Perot Museum, Denver Museum, and Houston Museum. Known for precision and artistry, Stacy has cut gemstones for celebrities and earned recognition from leading gemological laboratories, where his name is now included on official certificates.
4.485 carats / 12.6 x 12.3 x 2.1 mm
Estimate: $1250 - $1350
