gemstone
Amber
Fossilized tree resin (Amorphous)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness 2 to 2.5; colors range from yellow to deep orange and brown; resinous to vitreous luster; amorphous crystal structure.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness 2 to 2.5; colors range from yellow to deep orange and brown; resinous to vitreous luster; amorphous crystal structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed through the polymerization and fossilization of ancient tree resin, typically dating from the Cretaceous to Tertiary periods.
Uses & applications
Used extensively in jewelry, decorative carvings, and scientific research due to trapped inclusions.
Geological facts
Amber floats in saltwater and can preserve complete prehistoric insects and plant matter for millions of years.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its warm touch, low specific gravity, and electrostatic properties when rubbed with cloth; found globally with major deposits in the Baltic region and Dominican Republic.
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