Amber Jewelry is unquestionably pricey. The highest values go to those pieces with clearly visible insect inclusions, light colors, and clarity. Since the Jurassic Park Movie, the most popular inclusions are mosquitos. Inclusions of plant material, while of great interest to scientists, add little to the value of jewelry.
Amber shape is important factors in determining the Value of Amber Jewelry. Some Amber Beads are more highly polished/rounded requires more time to make. Also keep in mind that perfectly round beads are more expensive compared with other shapes because much material has to be removed (i.e., goes to waste) to create the perfect shape.
Larger Baltic Amber pieces are rare, so prices go up.
Baltic Amber is generally more expensive than Amber from other places. Baltic Amber is one of the oldest found in the earth's history, formed over 45 million years ago.
The natural Amber is incomparable when it comes to elegance with its exceptionally fine jewelry accessory. Compared to other precious and rare jewelry made from metal and minerals, Amber is naturally alive. Colors of Amber Jewelry makes it more stunning and even radiating its beauty with many different distinctions from clear to opaque. Amber colors can also be designed as a combination of two or so to create a pattern with rich and regal designs and styles.
People have been making Amber Jewelry for over 10,000 years, which could make it the first gem material ever used. The fascination with Amber continues today.
What is Amber?
Amber is an amorphous (non-crystalline) mixture of organic compounds, including hydrocarbons, resins, Succinic Acid, and oils. Most of this substance comes from the preserved resin of the pine species Pinus succinifera. However, other ancient tree species have also produced the material. Baltic Amber Formed over 45 million years ago.
Amber has been used since ancient times, making Amber Jewelry and ornaments, as an ingredient in perfumes and has long been used in Folk Medicine for its healing properties. Baltic Amber containing 3 to 8% of Succinic Acid which acts as a major therapeutic substance to the human body. Succinic Acid was analyzed by the pioneer of modern bacteriology, the Nobel Prize winner, Robert Kock (1886), who confirmed its positive influence.
Does Amber Make a Good Jewelry Stone?
Baltic Amber has been a popular jewelry stone for thousands of years. However, with a hardness of only 2 to 2.5, it's very susceptible to damage from accidental scratches.
Keep amber away from heat. Amber can melt or burn in high temperatures. It’s normal for Amber to darken over time, and heat and light can accelerate the process.
Amber is surprisingly light: in fact, it will float in a saturated salt solution—but not in ordinary seawater. This makes it suitable for large beads or pendants that are still comfortable to wear despite their size.
How to take care of your Amber Jewelry
Amber Jewelry is a beautiful and timeless addition to any jewelry collection. However, it is important to know how to properly take care of your precious Amber to ensure that it remains in good condition and retains its natural beauty over time. Here are some simple tips.
• Never leave your Amber Jewelry in direct sunlight.
• Protect your Amber Jewelry from chemicals. Always apply your perfume and hairspray before wearing your jewelry.
• Nail polish removers, acetone, household cleaning supplies or different adhesives are not suitable for cleaning Amber Jewelry because it can damage the stone. To clean your Amber Jewelry use warm water.
• Keep your Amber Jewelry in a soft cloth or satin bag when you are not wearing it. This will prevent it from being scratched by other jewelry items. Learn more How to Clean and Care for Your Amber Jewelry.
Polishing Your Amber Jewelry:
To keep your Amber accessories looking fresh and shiny, polish them from time to time. Apply a few drops of gentle oil, such as olive oil, to the jewelry and dry it thoroughly with a clean cloth. This simple step can help retain the gemstone's natural glow.
Amber is considered as a breathing stone and the truth is that it doesn’t require hard and fast maintenance. Just a few precautionary measures can help you keep it safe. Always avoid taking baths while wearing it. Amber is a precious stone and it should be kept with the care that it deserves. Learn How to Choose and Buy Amber Jewelry.
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Amber Artisans
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As a small business, both in our town and in the world, we are extremely focused on every customer. Quality is our #1 priority so that everyone who buys from us has a very successful and personal experience. We are working with natural genuine Baltic Amber and our craft is something we infuse in every sale we make. We want our customers to know how very important they are to us and that we care about every aspect of what we do. Amber is very personal to us. It's the treasure of our country. And it's the most powerful homeopathic remedy that we can give to each and every person who reaches out to us.
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