Ammolite is a rare organic gemstone formed from the fossilized shells of ancient ammonites that lived over 70 million years ago. Its vibrant colours are produced by microscopic layers of aragonite within the shell.

Gem-quality Ammolite is found almost exclusively in the Bearpaw Formation of Southern Alberta, Canada, making it one of the rarest gemstones on Earth.

An ammonite is the fossilized shell of an extinct marine cephalopod. Ammolite is the iridescent gemstone material that forms within certain ammonite shells.

Ammolite dates back approximately 70–75 million years to the Late Cretaceous Period, when much of Alberta was covered by a shallow inland sea.

Yes. Only a small percentage of ammonite fossils contain gem-quality Ammolite, and commercially significant deposits are found only in Southern Alberta.

Blue and purple colours are among the rarest colours found in Ammolite. They form from specific aragonite layer structures and are often located near the outer surface of the shell, making them more susceptible to natural weathering and oxidation over millions of years.

Oxidation is the natural deterioration of Ammolite caused by exposure to environmental conditions over time. Because Ammolite is composed of the mineral aragonite, untreated material can lose its colour and brilliance as the surface degrades.

Most modern Ammolite is professionally stabilized and sealed to protect the gemstone from oxidation. Common methods include epoxy stabilization, doublets, and triplets, which help preserve the stone's colour and durability.

Our Ammolite has been professionally stabilized and sealed for long-term durability. To clean your jewelry, simply use mild soap, warm water, and a soft microfiber cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, and abrasive materials.

Yes, we ship worldwide.

Yes. We surface-collect our material whenever possible, minimizing disturbance to the landscape. All material is collected in accordance with Alberta regulations and submitted for review through the required disposition process before being processed into gemstones and jewelry.

Yes. No two Ammolite gemstones are exactly alike. Each stone displays its own unique combination of colours, patterns, and natural characteristics formed over millions of years.