The Guardian is an ammonite fossil from Madagascar, carved with the superb details of the Super Realistic crystal skull style carving from Skullis. This sizeable ammonite fossil features calcite crystal lined geode interiors and colorful iridescent ammolite gemstone on the exterior shell, and measures 10.8 x 2.8 x 8.8 inches (275x70x223mm) with a weight of 9.4 pounds (4274g). The tip of the ammonite fossil is shaped into a armored nasal that extends forward and down to protect the nose area of the crystal skull. The Guardian is an energetic and compelling crystal skull personality crafted with originality and excellent artistic vision.

The Guardian ammonite fossil crystal skull sculpture brings a protective and vigilant energy to us and our environment, encouraging a proper respect and preservation of our world and in our personal lives. The Guardian asks us to act responsibly in regards to our journey through the world by focusing our attention on the long term effects of our behaviors, determining if they are constructive or destructive. It is one thing to create and adapt to change that will bring love and harmony to the world, and something entirely different to be the cause of a change that is detrimental and leads only to regret.

The Guardian also empowers us to examine, understand, and accept our personal regrets and fears so we may learn and grow from them, and in turn, overcome them. The Guardian ammonite fossil crystal skull helps us to understand that fear is the antithesis of love. When we choose to be loving in our thoughts, beliefs, and actions, we gain the abilities of tolerance and forgiveness, and we come to realize that all aspects of negative actions and reactions we experience are based on fear of that which is misunderstood. The Guardian crystal skull helps us to understand that there is no type of conflict that stems from any loving consciousness. Rather, the truly loving and compassionate person will radiate only peace, happiness, and forgiveness.

More closely related to octopi, cuttlefish, and squid than the modern chambered nautilus, this Cleoniceras cleon ammonite fossil from the Cretaceous deposits of Madagascar is about 110 million years old. It shows an excellent example of ammolite iridescence on the shell caused by interference with light that rebounds from stacked layers of the thin aragonite platelets that make up the shell. When the seas receded, the ammonites were buried by layers of sediment which preserved the aragonite of their shells, preventing them from converting to calcite.

In order to create jobs in the country, Madagascar export law requires that all ammonite fossils from Madagascar be polished or altered in some way. Fortunately ammonites are much more lovely after this process. Here do we not only have the wonderful sample of one of the very few organic gems, ammolite, but also behind the polished shell the interior of the ammonite has been revealed to show the amazingly complex and detailed suture growth pattern of the animal which has been replaced and preserved by calcite.

Having been discovered numerable times throughout recorded history, often by asking very simple and unrelated questions, the Golden Ratio, or Fibonacci Sequence, the consistently repeated pattern of nature growing and evolving, is represented here in this ancient fossil. This Golden Ratio is considered one of the forms of Sacred Geometry which reflects the universe, its pure forms, and the dynamic relationship we share with nature - the inseparable relationship of the part to the whole. By studying the Sacred Geometry of one thing we find meaning and structural insight into the workings of the inner self and other processes of the universe. Incredibly this spiral growth pattern occurs over and over in the universe around us, from the molecular structure of our DNA, to most plants, including cauliflower, cacti and succulents, daisies and sunflowers, many, many trees, pinecones and pineapples, shells of many invertebrates, and so on all the way out to the astronomical scale of the Milky Way and other distant galaxies! The ammonite is considered to directly connect one to the Golden Mean Spiral energies to promote personal growth, self-awareness, and the evolutionary consciousness of the Earth and the higher consciousness we all share.

Metaphysically, ammonites are employed for gaining insight of where to begin a process, and to maintain sight of the whole picture while focusing on the individual steps of that process. They are used for protection, structure, and stability, and to transform negativity into a gentle, fluent energy. Ammonites are also used to assist one with relaxation and to provide support and minimize depression that can be associated with the re-birthing process. In Feng Shui, ammonites symbolize longevity, harmony, and virtue and are used for prosperity, improved flow of chi, detoxifying the body, and are used to bring about good health, happiness, and wisdom. Physically ammonites have been used to ease the birthing process, and for treatment of issues with the extremities of the body and the lungs.

In north Indian legends, ammolite absorbs the essence of the universe and has a curing and regulating effect on the body. In Feng Shui, ammonite and ammolite symbolize longevity, harmony, and virtue and are used for prosperity, improved flow of chi, detoxifying the body, and are used to bring about good health, happiness, and wisdom. Ammolite increases the energies and effectiveness of Feng Shui. Ammolite can be used for heightening spiritual awareness and connecting to, and communicating with, the shared energy and consciousness of the Earth and is considered one of the best crystals to work with for the assisting with the current Earth changes and consciousness shifting we are experiencing. Ammolite transforms negative energy into healing energy, and enhances meditation, encourages a positive outlook, and helps to alleviate stress and suffering. Ammolite is one of the few gems of organic origin, and it is worn as talismans, amulets, and other forms of jewelry to promote abundance and bring one good luck.

Ammolite is used to activate dormant DNA to move one forward to the state of perfect health of the physical and etheric bodies. It is also used for craniosacral therapy. It helps to reduce stress and tension, and in Feng Shui it is used to detoxify the body and improve energy flow to bring about overall wellbeing.

Calcite is an extremely versatile crystal, lending its energies and characteristics to many applications. Calcite gently magnifies energies from many sources including conscious direction and intentions, other gems and minerals, other similar tools, and also energies from the surrounding environment, to work together harmoniously. It refines the resulting experience by regulating higher and more dynamic energies and amplifying the more subtle ones. Calcite is an effective crystal of protection, grounding, and centering. Calcite is considered a stone of harmony, manifestation and prosperity, and is used to intensify the process and results of astral travel, intuition, and channeling. It is also considered to be a stone of wisdom and spirituality.

Calcite is especially effective at removing internalized attached negative energies, gently clearing and transmuting them into positive energy that can be utilized for productive purposes. This proclivity of calcite enables one to achieve forgiveness and acceptance, for oneself and for outside situations, allowing for the understanding of the reasons behind discordant behaviors. This clearing also applies to physical spaces, and calcite also opens, unblocks, and clears energy conduits, making it useful for clearing the chakras, various physical systems, mental processes, and the aura. Calcite can assist in releasing unproductive habits and thought patterns and give one the will to move forward in their endeavors. Calcite brings peace to its environment and those that share space with it.

Calcite provides support when experiencing mental changes and transitions, and it helps one to relax and remain emotionally calm and at peace. It enhances thinking processes and is considered an excellent crystal for students and researchers, promoting creativity and imagination as well. Calcite’s magnification of intellectual functions enables one to let go of fear and assists in reducing stress and anxiety. Calcite also aids in communication, bringing harmony to issues created by misunderstandings with others, helping to bring balance to relationships.

Calcite is considered to be an excellent healing crystal in all applications. It is most commonly used for treatment of issues pertaining to the skeleton and bones, and muscles and ligaments. It has been used to relieve arthritis, joint issues, and back pain. Calcite is used to promote optimal health of the teeth, eyes, the reproductive and intestinal systems, and to treat gallbladder dis-ease. It is also used to reduce the production of excessive mucous. Calcite is also considered to be very effective in the treatment of mental and emotional issues. Calcite makes an excellent tool for assisting with remote healing.

Fossils, in the distant past, were believed to be seeds from the stars that were grown in the earth and as such, are considered to enhance telepathic communication with worlds of the past and with other worlds today. Fossils are used to enhance and intensify achievements in business and to diffuse quality and purity into an environment. Fossils can assist in letting go of habits and undesirable thought processes, and to be aware and considerate of new options and energies that are available.

Fossils are used for the treatment of conditions of the thymus, bones and skeletal system, issues of the hands and feet, and dis-ease involving atrophia. Fossils assists one to remain grounded, bringing balance, stability, and vitality and endurance. They assists in calming the mind, allowing the body to release stress so one may experience peace and comfort.

NOTE: Skullis does not prescribe treatment for medical issues. Skullis offers information for reference to assist with the selection and understanding of crystal skulls, including this ammonite fossil crystal skull sculpture.