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Amber-like resin specimen

Likely amber (fossilized tree resin), commonly succinite; exact identification is uncertain from the image

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Translucent honey-brown material with resinous luster and irregular, possibly polished surfaces; amber is very light (specific gravity about 1.05–1.10), Mohs hardness 2–2.5, amorphous rather than crystalline, and lacks cleavage.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Amber formed from ancient plant resin buried and chemically altered in sediments, commonly during the Cretaceous–Neogene (roughly 145–2.6 million years ago). The image may alternatively show modern copal resin or another non-geological resin.

Uses & applications

Used for carvings, beads, jewelry, ornaments, and scientific specimens; inclusion-bearing pieces can be collectible.

Geological facts

True amber often floats in concentrated salt water, becomes electrostatic when rubbed, and may emit a pine-like odor when gently warmed; copal is younger and softer.

Field identification & locations

Common sources include the Baltic region, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Myanmar, and Indonesia. Confirm with inclusions, UV response, density, and professional testing; avoid destructive heat tests.