The name Ammonite comes from the Greek ram-horn God called Ammon.
Ammonites are the most widely known fossil; they are cephalopods and first appeared in the seas 415 million years ago.
Ammonite Trivia:
-> During medieval times ammonites were believed to be petrified snakes. They were fitted with carved heads and sold to pilgrims.
-> The original discus used by the ancient Greeks in their Olympics was a fossilized ammonite!
-> In India ammonite fossils are identified with the god Vishnu and are used in various ceremonies.
-> The Navajo and Indians of the North American Plains carried ammonites in their medicine bags for health and good hunting.
-> They called the ammonites buffalo stones because of their resemblance to the North American bison.
