About Amber

Amber is the fossilized sap of pine trees dating back in time about 40 million years. In the Neolithic Period (4000-1900 B.C.) people began using amber as a decorative article. Later, toward the end of the 8th Century B.C. the Greeks used amber in inlay work with gold and ivory. Amber had both decorative and medicinal uses to the ancient Romans who burned the white variety as an aromatic cure for respiratory diseases and ear infections. From ancient times, and even into today, there are people who believe that amber has magical powers because it is warm to the touch, very light in weight for its size, produces an electrostatic charge when rubbed, and exudes a sweet, piney smell when heated. Baltic amber is the most highly prized of all the amber available on today's market with egg yolk amber being high up on the desirability list. Amber should receive the same care as pearls in keeping it away from perfumes and chemicals which can damage it. Like wearing pearls, when you dress amber should be the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off.

This natural Baltic Amber ring shows natural sun spangle inclusions.
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This huge natural Baltic amber pendent is carved in an organic form and hangs from sterling silver fittings and necklace.
Coming soon to www.ElegantArtfacts.etsy.com