Amber has a wide appeal, to be almost unique in the world of gems and rocks due to the way it was created. Formed from the fossilized resin of ancient trees, and although the yellow / orange amber is the most common, also comes in brown, green, honey, red and even blue. Most Blue amber comes from the Dominican Republic and is the rarest of amber. Also found stranded on beaches of the east coast, in the UK, if you're lucky! It is considered one of the Taurus zodiac birthstones.
I have a beautiful collection of sterling silver and green amber bracelet, which makes a change to orange-usually seen. Apparently, green, amber is formed from plant material inclusions. Most amber comes from the Baltic countries, including Poland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. It is a rare gem, unless it contains an insect trapped in it, when it is worth much more. But I would caution you to be careful when buying these because they are artificial developed to resemble the authentic specimens. Always buy from an established source, such as retail on my website, because they are reputable merchants.
As Amber is quite soft, between 2 and 3 on the Mohs hardness scale, which must be handled with care, therefore stored separately and protected from other jewelry that will not scratch. Nor does it allow direct sunlight for a long period. Solvent odor and hair spray can damage the amber, the biggest thing to try to do is apply this principle and put your amber pandora beads on sale after. Also stay away from contact with boiling water. Always clean amber jewelry, please do not use an ultrasonic cleaner or harsh chemicals and do not use a bath of jewelry. A soft cloth and a very small drop of pure olive oil 100% are generally recommended. In the case of the jewelry is placed in silver or gold I could try and clean the metal without contact with Amber. Restoration in healing, amber is one of the yellow stones, thought to help the central nervous system, digestive system and the immune system too! It is warm to the touch and will generate static electricity if rubbed therefore consider the former leaders of amber with a gemstone. It had been thought to help varicose veins and arthritis, although there is no clinical evidence for this. It's linked to the sun, therefore, life and love and luck. Not bad for a little gem! Whether or not you believe in the powers of gems, amber remains a beautiful piece of jewelry!
Amber is usually found set in silver jewelry or gold, and silver necklaces for women, unusual engagement rings, or bracelets. It really is one of a kind and this increases the fascination. You can expect to own something that is about 50 million years! Also you can make a very impressive gift, especially when two or three different colors of amber are placed one next to another in one piece, for example, a pendant or brooch. Michelle Composed by Michaelis, who has over 20 years experience in retail.
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