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Amber Dragonfly Brooch

Succinited (Baltic Amber)

Hardness: 2.0-2.5 on Mohs scale; Color: Honey yellow to orange-brown; Luster: Resinous; Crystal structure: Amorphous (non-crystalline); Specific Gravity: 1.05-1.10

Hardness: 2
Color: Honey yellow to orange-brown
Luster: Resinous

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Physical properties

Hardness: 2.0-2.5 on Mohs scale; Color: Honey yellow to orange-brown; Luster: Resinous; Crystal structure: Amorphous (non-crystalline); Specific Gravity: 1.05-1.10

Formation & geological history

Formed through the fossilization of tree resin from extinct coniferous trees, primarily Pinus succinifera, dating back approximately 30 to 50 million years (Eocene epoch).

Uses & applications

Primarily used in jewelry, decorative arts, and lapidary work. Highly valued by collectors of fossils and organic gemstones.

Geological facts

Amber is one of the few organic gemstones. It can contain 'inclusions' like ancient insects, hair, or plants, which provide a unique window into prehistoric ecosystems.

Field identification & locations

Amber is warm to the touch and can be identified by its ability to float in salt water and its electrostatic properties (it attracts small bits of paper when rubbed). Found primarily in the Baltic region.