Limited Edition 🔥 One-of-a-kind.

Orthoceras Necklace • Fossil Pendant • Ancient Sea Creature Talisman • Australian Handmade • Tropical Macrame Cord

AUD $245

• Handmade item
• Dispatches from a small business in Australia
• Necklace length: 80 Centimetres; Pendant height: 70 Millimetres; Pendant width: 18 Millimetres
• Closure: Slide lock
• Chain style: Rope
• Adjustable length

This striking Orthoceras fossil talisman has been handcrafted by our 5–7 artisan collective here at Platypus Dreaming, in the ancient rainforests of Far North Queensland, Australia. Orthoceras is one of Earth’s oldest ocean fossils — a prehistoric cephalopod that swam the seas over 400 million years ago, long before the dinosaurs.

Each fossil displays its natural chambered structure — elegant, ancient, and full of deep-time energy. We cut, shape, and polish the fossil by hand before weaving it into our signature Australian handmade tropical cord, a lightweight, water-friendly macrame cord perfect for daily wear, ceremony, surf, or grounding rituals.

A powerful talisman for those who walk between worlds — Earth, ocean, past, and present.

🦴 About Orthoceras Fossils

Orthoceras (meaning “straight horn”) is an extinct ancestor of today’s squid and nautilus.
Found in ancient limestone beds, these fossils carry the memory of primordial oceans and the evolution of life on Earth.

Energetic Qualities:
• Deep grounding
• Ancestral memory connection
• Strength & endurance
• Supports transformation and life changes
• Helps release old patterns
• Encourages steady forward movement

Orthoceras energy is ancient, stabilising, and powerful — a reminder that life adapts, survives, and evolves.

🔮 CRYSTAL / FOSSIL INFORMATION

Chakra: Root • Earth Star
Zodiac: Capricorn • Scorpio
Properties:
• Grounding & protection
• Strength during transition
• Stability & inner structure
• Connects to ancient Earth wisdom
• Encourages focus, discipline & clarity

Mantra:
“I rise with the strength of ancient oceans within me.”

🌿 Australian Handmade • Tropical Cord

✔ Created by a collective of 5–7 artisans
✔ Strong, thin tropical macrame cord
✔ Adjustable slide-knot clasp
✔ Water-friendly (ocean, shower, waterfall safe)
✔ Unisex tribal design
✔ Ideal for daily wear, ceremony, festivals & adventures

🌱 Ethically Crafted • Rainforest Energy

Each fossil is sourced from small-scale collectors.
Every talisman is created in alignment with the frequency of the oldest rainforest on Earth, here in Ngunbay (Kuranda), Far North Queensland.

Your purchase also supports our food-forest replanting project, putting more seeds into the soil.

📸 WANT TO SEE MORE?

Message us for a video — fossils show their chambers best in natural light.

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Specifications

Using expert lapidary equipment, stones are hand-cut and polished at our studio in Kuranda, Far North Queensland. All stones are hand-cut by artisans in Australia.

Each talisman is hand-woven using the highest quality waxed cords on Earth. These have a soft and organic feel against the skin, and are ideal for those who prefer an alternative to metal.

Talismans can be adjusted to your desired length with our sturdy slide-knot clasp system. It fits both men and women comfortably.

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Handcrafted in the Oldest Rainforest on Earth

Our commitment to handmade talismanic jewellery focuses on honouring the art of nature. Each talisman is uniquely crafted at our studio in Kuranda, reflecting the rainforest and natural world in every design.

Once complete, each talisman is cleansed and activated using ancient techniques. This ensures it operates at its highest frequency, to best support your healing journey.

Frequently Asked

Using Your Talisman

Absolutely! These pieces are designed for surfers, swimmers, and alike. They can be worn in the shower, and/or when swimming – and the colours will not fade. Our talismans have proven their durability in our rainforest home against the elements of sun, water, humidity, and heat.

Platypus Dreaming creations are handcrafted using the highest quality waxed strings on earth. They are designed to be long lasting and with the right care, they will maintain their original shape and colour for years to come. These talismans are water resistant and feel very organic when worn against the skin. All stones have different hardness levels so please be gentle and treat them with the right level of care. Each piece is designed with longevity in mind. We only use silver and/or stainless-steel beads which will never rust or loose colour.

We recommend a gentle rinse under fresh water – preferably rain or river water. Moonlight also works beautifully, as does smoke, i.e. sage, or Palo Santo. You can also use other crystals to energetically clear your talisman, such as an amethyst cluster. Some crystal talismans benefit from being cleaned regularly as they are carriers of energy. Others, such as moldavite, are independent beings and do not need cleansing. If you have any questions about the metaphysical aspects of the stones, please send us an email at info@platypusdreaming.com.au and we can answer your questions individually.

We have been travelling the world for 15+ years to source exotic and interesting gemstones. Wherever possible, we travel directly to the source, to develop a first-hand relationship with the people who take the stones from the Earth. This ensures we are familiar with the processes involved when extracting the stones from Earth; and that stones are ethically hand-collected with great respect and care.

Delivery Information

Yes, all creations come with complementary worldwide shipping. If you wish to add express shipping and/or postal insurance, kindly upgrade at checkout.

Items generally ship within 1-3 business days and generally take 2-7 business days in transit for domestic, and 8-20 business days for international. Custom creations may take longer. Please note that shipments can occasionally be delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. For further information about shipping, we recommend checking our shipping policy here.

All Platypus Dreaming creations come in a bespoke jewellery box, along with a handwritten note. They are carefully wrapped in unique materials, to ensure each piece arrives safely at your doorstep.

Items can be returned for exchange or store credit within 14 days from delivery. Items must be returned in the same original condition and packaging, without damage.

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