gemstone

Amber (likely raw amber)

Fossilized tree resin; organic mineraloid, commonly containing succinite (not a true mineral)

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Translucent honey-yellow to orange, resinous luster, amorphous structure, no cleavage, Mohs hardness about 2–2.5, specific gravity about 1.05–1.10; lightweight and may contain bubbles or inclusions.

Identified September 20, 2026More gemstone →

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At a glance

Common name: Amber (likely raw amber)
Scientific name: Fossilized tree resin; organic mineraloid, commonly containing succinite (not a true mineral)
Category: gemstone
Identified: September 20, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

About $1–$20 for ordinary rough pieces; $20–$200+ for attractive jewelry-grade material, with rare inclusions potentially worth hundreds to thousands.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Amber formed when ancient conifer or flowering-plant resin was buried, chemically altered, and hardened over roughly 2– hundreds of millions of years. Major deposits include the Baltic region, Dominican Republic, Myanmar, Mexico, and Indonesia.

Uses & applications

Cut and polished for jewelry, ornaments, beads, and small carvings; also collected for plant, insect, and geological inclusions.

Geological facts

It can acquire static electricity when rubbed and often floats in concentrated salt water. The pictured translucent golden specimen is consistent with amber, though exact identification requires tests.

Field identification & locations

Field clues include very low density, warm feel, resinous appearance, softness, and a pine-like odor when safely warmed; it scratches easily, unlike glass or quartz. Common localities include Baltic beaches and Dominican mines.