KORITE Ammolite FAQ
Ammolite is one of the world’s rarest gemstones, formed from ancient marine fossils and prized for its brilliant, natural colour. At KORITE, we’ve spent decades sharing its story—through responsibly sourced jewellery, one-of-a-kind gemstones, and a commitment to craftsmanship.
As trusted leaders in the industry, we’re proud to help bring the beauty and energy of Canadian Ammolite to the world. If you have questions about your Ammolite, you may find the answers below—or feel free to reach out to our team today.
We ship from Canada to around the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products (like fossils and specimens) cannot be shipped to international destinations. When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Shipping rates do not include your countries' import duties.
Like all gemstones, Ammolite is graded for quality. Based on the multiplicity and vibrancy of the colour in the stone, Ammolite can be graded as ‘standard’ (one or more brilliant colour), ‘A’ (two or more colour with good brilliance), ‘AA’ (at least 3 brilliant colours), and ‘AAA’ (3 to 5 brilliant colours with no matrix lines visible). The rarity of ‘AA’ and ‘AAA’ Ammolite stones is akin to that of a flawless diamond. Read more about Ammolite here.
Every piece of KORITE Ammolite comes with a lifetime guarantee. We protect every piece of KORITE Ammolite with a clear quartz crystal cover on the gem with a hardness of 7. Protected like this, every piece of KORITE Ammolite is wearable every day.
KORITE offers a full refund or exchange (excluding shipping costs) on all regular priced online purchases that are returned within 30 days of the shipment date. Items must be returned in their original condition. Final Call items are final sale. Please see our Return Policy page for more details.
KORITE is committed to providing the highest quality products and takes pride in our quality of craftsmanship. In the unlikely event that you receive a product that is defective or damaged, we will repair or replace your item. Simply return the item within 30 days of the original shipment date. Please see our Return Policy page for more details or call 403-287-2026.
Yes, we offer loose Ammolite gemstones for purchase through our online store. We also work directly with jewellers, designers, and retail partners who are interested in sourcing cut stones or rough material for custom creations. Want to learn more? Contact us!
Like all gemstones, Ammolite should be treated with care and attention.
- Avoid exposing your Ammolite to direct heat.
- Do not over-expose Ammolite to water.
- Avoid hard impact to the Ammolite gemstone
- Do not clean your Ammolite in ultrasonic cleaners
- Use a soft, none-abrasive cloth to clean your Ammolite jewellery.
Ammolite is a gemstone which is traces its roots back 71 Million years.
The Ammolite is the remnant of a pre-historic cephalopods known as Ammonites and Baculites, these creatures lived in the subtropical sea known as the Western Interior Seaway.
As the Ammonites died they were buried by layers of bentonitic mud and eventually the ammonites become fossilized.
The results of tectonic pressure and mineralization formed the colorful gemstone which is almost exclusively mined by KORITE.
After mining the KORITE team works to refine, and clean the Ammolite specimens before hand inspecting, and cutting each stone to maximize its unique colour.
Lastly, our team hand craft each piece of jewellery choosing a unique stone with each piece.
This is why when you wear Ammolite you can be certain that the unique history of your Ammolite stone is one of a kind.
No, each Ammolite gemstone is unique. And that means unique colouring, patterns and even texture. This is due to the formation of the Ammolite and thickness of each layer of the gemstone, resulting in the worlds most unique gemstone.
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We are always happy to answer any questions you may have about KORITE Ammolite.