{"product_id":"madagascar-ammonite-nautilus-fossil-clam-sculpture","title":"Ammonite, Nautilus \u0026 Clam Fossil Cluster| Timeless Synthesis Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis fascinating Madagascar Fossil Sculpture brings together Ammonites, Nautilus and fossilised clams within one substantial piece of ancient marine history. Carefully shaped and polished, the sculpture reveals multiple fossils across its surface, including distinctive spiral forms, chambered structures and natural mineralisation, while areas of surrounding matrix preserve the connection to their geological origins. Madagascar is internationally recognised for its exceptional fossil deposits, particularly beautifully preserved Ammonites. With several different forms of prehistoric marine life represented within a single display piece, there is something new to discover from almost every angle. Essentially, an ancient ocean gathering that has been several million years in the making. 🐚🤎\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚖️ Weight: 1.3kgs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📏 Size: 14.2cm x 14.5cm x 8.9cm \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌍 Source: Madagascar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🔮 Ammonites: The Flow of Ancient Tides\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💙❤️ Third Eye \u0026amp; Root Chakras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis fascinating fossil sculpture from Madagascar brings together an entire little gathering of ancient marine life, with Ammonites, Nautilus and fossilised clams arranged into one beautifully substantial natural display.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than presenting a single fossil, the sculpture has been shaped and polished to reveal multiple specimens across its surface. Large spiralling forms sit alongside smaller fossils, while exposed sections reveal intricate internal patterns, chambers and natural mineralisation. There is something to discover from almost every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmonites were prehistoric marine cephalopods that inhabited Earth's oceans for hundreds of millions of years before disappearing during the mass extinction event approximately 66 million years ago. Their chambered spiral shells are among the most recognisable fossils in the world and, when polished, can reveal wonderfully complex internal structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNautilus belong to an ancient lineage of marine cephalopods, with living Nautilus species still inhabiting our oceans today. Their presence alongside extinct Ammonites makes the comparison particularly fascinating, showing two related yet very different chapters in the evolution of marine life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fossilised clams add another element to the story, representing the diverse marine ecosystems that once existed where the rocks of Madagascar were originally formed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadagascar is renowned for its remarkable fossil deposits, particularly its beautifully preserved Ammonites. In this piece, the polishing allows the individual fossils and their intricate structures to stand out while still retaining enough natural matrix to remind you exactly where they came from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetaphysically, Ammonites are traditionally associated with evolution, transformation and the continual cycles of life. Their spiral form has long been used symbolically to represent growth and forward movement, while fossils more broadly are often connected with grounding and our relationship with Earth's ancient past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI particularly love pieces like this because they aren't simply beautiful to look at. You're viewing the preserved remains of creatures that inhabited ancient oceans millions of years ago, brought together into one wonderfully tactile piece of natural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little prehistoric ocean gathering, minus the seawater. 🐚🤎✨\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Crystal Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47884312608992,"sku":null,"price":403.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0566\/0871\/9000\/files\/Ammonite_Nautilus_ClamFossilClusterTimelessSynthesisSculpture1.jpg?v=1760669208","url":"https:\/\/divinecrystalheart.com.au\/products\/madagascar-ammonite-nautilus-fossil-clam-sculpture","provider":"Divine Crystal Heart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}