The journey of amber unfolds from a rough gem to a polished treasure. Professionals wield lapidary wheels to bring out the amber's shine,...

The Baltic Sea holds a secret treasure – amber! When powerful storms churn the ocean floor, they dislodge these golden gems, sending them...

Amber isn't just a yellow gem! Deposits around the globe produce amber with distinct characteristics, each reflecting its ancient origins. Buckle up as we explore the five major amber hotspots and one fascinating copal deposit, all circled on the handy map provided: The Baltic Sea:  Renowned for its sunny yellow "succinite" amber, prized for its clarity and beauty. The Dominican Republic:  Home to a stunning variety, including translucent blue and green amber, often containin

Calling all amber enthusiasts and nature lovers! Get ready to delve into the fascinating world of amber with Amber Bugs! We're thrilled...

The blockbuster film "Jurassic Park" popularized the idea of extracting dinosaur DNA from mosquitoes trapped in amber. This concept is closer to reality than most people realize. Scientists have attempted to retrieve DNA from amber inclusions for years. They have successfully extracted DNA from amber, but the DNA is unusable. The main obstacle? Time. DNA degrades rapidly after death, and even under the ideal preservation conditions offered by amber, millions of years take the

While most people think of amber as yellow, it comes in a surprising rainbow of colors! Some of these colors are rare and highly...