LARGE Ammonite Fossil & Larimar Silver Pendant Necklace

Ammonites are an extinct group of mollusk animals that are closely related to octopuses and squid. The earliest traces of Ammonite date back to 420 million years ago, while the last known traces fall to 60 million years ago. Its name is derived from the Egyptian god Ammon, who was depicted wearing a ram's horn. Pliny the Elder first recorded these fossils in 79 A.D. near Pompeii and originally named them Ammonis Cornua after their horn-like shape. During medieval times in Europe, Ammonites that were discovered were said to be fossilized snakes and given the name “snakestones” or “serpent stones”. In the early 1600’s Saxon Abbess Saint Hilda was tasked with removing snakes from the area so that their village could build a sacred church. Her duty was vital due to their belief in the representation of the devil through the snake. Hilda was said to have cast a spell that turned the snakes to stone, throwing them off the cliffs. This tale was so popular that carvers would sculpt snakeheads into the fossilized Ammonites to further portray the lore. Due to these stories, Ammonites were believed to be a protectant against snake bites. Ammonites’ deep earthen energy provides us with guidance and leadership to further distance ourselves from harmful situations (much like our Ammonite friend had to do each and every day). Sterling Silver Plated Overlay Larimar Cab Accent Size: 2.3”L Handmade Includes A 20” Silver Chain Or Suede Cord. Your Choice.