Perisphinctes Ammonite Fossil

Tanned in colour, spiral Perisphinctes Ammonite fossil from Mahayana, Madagascar Africa.

Perisphinctes is an extinct genus of ammonite cephalopod. They lived during the Middle to Late Jurassic epochs 163 million years ago. and serve as an index fossil for that time period. These ancient marine mollusks were similar to the modern squid, octopus and nautiloids. They were creatures of the open tropical seas and are now abundant in limestones from tropical reefs.

The name ‘ammonite’ originates from the Greek Ram-horned god called Ammon. Ammonites belong to a group of predators known as cephalopods, which includes their living relatives the octopus, squid, cuttlefish, and nautilus.

Perisphinctes Ammonite Fossil Is sourced from the Tulear region of Southern Madagascar, this well-preserved piece dates back to the Jurassic Period.

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The Ammonite is a very powerful earth healing fossil. The spiral shape that it has signifies frequent change and progression. Ammonites are believed to encompass a lot of cosmic energy from the earth, which is considered great in stimulating the life-force of a person.

Place in your home to bring wealth, health, vitality and  happiness or at work to promote beneficial business dealings.

Ammonite is a stone of protection. It provides for insight and it helps to assist one in seeing the “whole picture.” Since it is associated with the Root Chakra, it encourages one’s survival instincts and is grounding.

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Weight – 42gm 

 Measurement –5cm x 4cm wide x 1.5cm thick