gemstone
Amber
Fossilized tree resin
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 2-2.5 on Mohs scale, golden-yellow to brown color, resinous luster, amorphous crystal structure, specific gravity 1.05-1.10.
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Physical properties
Hardness 2-2.5 on Mohs scale, golden-yellow to brown color, resinous luster, amorphous crystal structure, specific gravity 1.05-1.10.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the fossilization of tree resin over millions of years, commonly dating from the Cretaceous to Neogene periods.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in jewelry, ornamental carvings, and occasionally in scientific research due to trapped inclusions.
Geological facts
Amber can sometimes preserve ancient insects, flora, and feathers trapped inside the sticky resin millions of years ago.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its warm touch, low density that allows it to float in saltwater, and electrostatic properties when rubbed.
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