Russian Ammonite

Subtle earth tones spiral together in this magnificent Russian ammonite.
Named as “Ammon’s Horns,” for the ancient Egyptian god of life and procreation known for his ram horns, ammonites have been treasured by cultures around the world for thousands of years. Ammonites are extinct cephalopod mollusks, equally beautiful and important to the study of geology and paleontology. Ammonites are distinguished by shell ornamentation and suture lines.
This skillfully prepared, 23-inch Russian ammonite showcases the shell’s prominent ribbing and small glimpses of its fern-like sutures. Artfully displayed on a custom, floating, iron stand, this witness to the past exemplifies beauty in simplicity.