gemstone
Amber
Fossilized Tree Resin
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 2 to 2.5 on the Mohs scale, warm yellow to deep reddish-brown color, resinous luster, amorphous crystal structure, and specific gravity around 1.05 to 1.10.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 2 to 2.5 on the Mohs scale, warm yellow to deep reddish-brown color, resinous luster, amorphous crystal structure, and specific gravity around 1.05 to 1.10.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the fossilization of ancient tree resin over millions of years, typically dating from the Cretaceous to the Paleogene periods.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry making, ornamental carvings, and for preserving ancient biological inclusions for scientific study.
Geological facts
Amber floats in saltwater and can sometimes contain perfectly preserved prehistoric insects or plant fragments trapped inside.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its low specific gravity, warm touch, and electrostatic charge when rubbed; commonly found in the Baltic region and the Dominican Republic.
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