Interesting Facts You Wanted To Know About Ammonite Fossils


Ammonites are the extinct shelled cephalopods which have a spiral and coiled form. Due to their distinctive characteristics they are the most well known fossil. It is thought that these creatures lived together with other ancient animals millions of years ago, until they vanished. The species belong to the cephalopod family of predators, which includes octopus, squid, cuttlefish, and nautilus. Having once lived beneath the ocean, ammonites now surface in coastal rocks as fossils.






Myth and facts
The term 'ammonite' came from Ammon, the Greek Ram-horned god. It is suspected that fossilized ammonites are used in producing initial discus that the ancient Greeks used in their Olympics. In Hindu mythology Lord Vishnu used in various rituals ammonite fossils. If you want to learn more about this fossil, search for ammonite fossil for sale online. When you own this piece of history, you can explore more about the beauty of the ancient world.

Where to hunt ammonites
Ammonite fossils are commonly found in coastal areas of East Devon and Dorset's The Jurassic Coast, the Isle of Wight and England's East Coast of Yorkshire. Fossil hunters also fly to the eastern slopes of North America and Nepal's Rocky Mountains to search priceless fossils of ammonites.

Healing crystal
Many spiritual gurus recommend homeowners to place ammonite as a powerful earth healing fossil. It has the ability to attract health, prosperity, and success. The fossils help increase stamina and vitality and also cure issues of blood pressure or problems with the ears, lungs, and degenerative disorders. 

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