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This is a nice fossilized, highly polished natural Orthoceras from Morocco which is perfect for gift giving to a new fossil collector.  This specimen weighs 1,580 grams.

Orthoceras ("straight horn") is a genus of extinct cephalopod. This genus is sometimes called Orthoceratites. Note it is sometimes misspelled as Orthocera, Orthocerus or Orthoceros.  Orthoceras are common fossils and have been found on many continents, including the Americas, Africa, Europe and Asia. They are dated to the lower Ordovician to Triassic ages (500 to 190 millions years ago).  

They belong to a group of predators known as cephalopods, which includes their living relatives the octopus, squid, cuttlefish and nautilus. These are priced as an entry level fossil. Have a look as we are constantly adding more to our selection.

Product Type: Unakite
Product ID: UNGN2380
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.00ct
Size: 6mm
Shape: Round Cabochon
Color: Green with Mottled Red
Clarity: Opaque
Origin: Russia

Unakite typically exhibits a mix of pink to salmon-colored feldspar, green epidote, and clear to milky quartz. The colors are often mottled or speckled, creating a unique and earthy appearance. Unakite is named after the Unaka Mountains in North Carolina, USA, where it was first discovered.

Unakite has a hardness ranging from 6 to 7 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for use in jewelry. However, care should be taken to avoid harsh chemicals and extreme temperatures.

Unakite is associated with emotional healing, balance, and patience. It is believed to help release deep-seated emotions and promote a sense of tranquility and well-being.

Product Type: Alexandrite Cats Eye  
Product ID: ACGP23584  
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.23ct  
Size: 3.6x3mm  
Shape: Oval Cabochon  
Color: Change Green to Purple*  
Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included)  
Origin: India  
*Color change is achieved using incandescent light.

Alexandrite is a rare gemstone that belongs to the chrysoberyl family of minerals.  It is primarily known for its ability to change color from green in daylight or fluorescent light to red or purplish-red under incandescent light.  Alexandrite Cats Eye is an extraordinary gemstone that displays both the color-changing properties of Alexandrite and the cat's eye effect. 

Alexandrite is believed to aid in personal transformation and balance, enhance intuition and insight, provide protection and grounding, attract luck and prosperity, and facilitate emotional healing.

Product Type: Peridot
Product ID: PEGR73490
Approx Weight (per piece): 2.20ct
Size: 9x7.5mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Green
Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin: Africa

Product Type: Alexandrite Cats Eye  
Product ID: ACGP92677  
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.30ct  
Size: 4.5x3.5mm  
Shape: Oval Cabochon  
Color: Change Green to Purple*  
Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included)  
Origin: India  
*Color change is achieved using incandescent light.

Alexandrite is a rare gemstone that belongs to the chrysoberyl family of minerals.  It is primarily known for its ability to change color from green in daylight or fluorescent light to red or purplish-red under incandescent light.  Alexandrite Cats Eye is an extraordinary gemstone that displays both the color-changing properties of Alexandrite and the cat's eye effect. 

Alexandrite is believed to aid in personal transformation and balance, enhance intuition and insight, provide protection and grounding, attract luck and prosperity, and facilitate emotional healing.