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Metaphysical properties of Amber:

• Amber is a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory. It can help reduce pain from arthritis and joint inflammation when worn close to the skin.

• Amber is said to have a calming, uplifting energy that promotes feelings of warmth, comfort and ease. It may help relieve stress and anxiety.

• Amber is believed to strengthen the immune system and speed healing. It can help the body recover from illness more quickly.

• Amber is thought to increase vitality, endurance and stamina. It may give you an energetic boost and motivation.

• Amber is considered a stone of manifestation. It is said to help clarify your intentions and attract desired outcomes. It can enhance creativity and support goal achievement.

• Amber is reputed to cleanse and purify the body, mind and spirit. It may help release negative energy and bring greater clarity and focus.

• Amber is known as a stone of wisdom. It is believed to enhance memory, improve concentration and support clear thinking. It can stimulate the intellect and expand consciousness.

Amber FAQ

What is amber?

• Amber is fossilized tree resin, not actually a stone. It has been appreciated for its color and natural beauty since prehistoric times.

What does real amber look like?

• Real amber will have an organic, non-geometric shape with imperfections and inclusions. It feels lightweight, warm, and resinous.

How can you tell if amber is real or fake?

• Real amber will have inclusions, imperfections, and an irregular shape. Fake amber will seem too perfect, with a flat back and geometric shape. Real amber also smells like pine resin when burned.

What is the difference between amber and copal?

• Amber is fossilized resin that is millions of years old, while copal is more recent resin that has not yet completely fossilized. Copal tends to be softer, stickier, and have a stronger piney scent.

How is amber formed?

• Amber forms over time as tree resin hardens and fossilizes after being buried in sediments. The resin loses its volatile components, hardens, and forms the gemstone amber.

What kind of trees produce amber?

• Amber is produced by conifer trees, especially those in the pine and cypress families. The most common amber-producing trees were in the prehistoric Pinaceae family.

What is the rarest color of amber?

• Red and green amber are the rarest natural colors. Blue amber and violet amber are extremely rare and often caused by fluorescence.

How old can amber get?

• Amber can range from just a few years old to over 100 million years old. Most commercially available amber is between 30 to 90 million years old.

Where is amber found?

• The largest amber deposits are found along the shores of the Baltic Sea, in the Dominican Republic, and in Myanmar. Amber is found throughout northern and central Europe, as well as parts of Africa, Asia, and Central America.

How much does amber cost?

• The price of amber depends on the color, clarity, size, and whether it contains plant or insect inclusions. Low-end amber can start around $20 per carat, while museum-quality, gemstone-grade amber can sell for $500 per carat or higher.