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Amber cabochon pendant
Amber (fossilized tree resin; chiefly polymerized terpenoids)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectTranslucent orange-yellow resin with a resinous luster, commonly containing bubbles or inclusions; Mohs hardness about 2–2.5, amorphous (not crystalline). The dark setting appears to be metal.
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Physical properties
Translucent orange-yellow resin with a resinous luster, commonly containing bubbles or inclusions; Mohs hardness about 2–2.5, amorphous (not crystalline). The dark setting appears to be metal.
Formation & geological history
Formed when ancient tree resin was buried and gradually polymerized over millions of years; major deposits include Baltic-region amber from roughly 35–50 million years ago.
Uses & applications
Used in jewelry and decorative objects; amber is too soft for most industrial or structural uses.
Geological facts
Amber is fossilized organic resin, not a mineral, and may preserve insects or plant fragments.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its warm, lightweight feel, resinous appearance, and possible natural inclusions; this photo alone cannot confirm amber versus a resin imitation. Value depends on authenticity, size, clarity, inclusions, and workmanship.
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