Amber is organic resin or “tree sap," which fossilizes over many millennia. It is often found in layers, pods & lenses, often associated with coal seams. Major coal deposits on earth formed when temperatures were much warmer than today & the environment much more volatile.
Amber changes from the initial tree sap into Copal before evolving into the fossilized product we see today. Copal is an immature form of Amber. It is still volatile-rich & sticky. As it 'cooks,' oils leach out, allowing the Copal to dry, thicken & harden. This is an incredibly gradual process taking millions of years. Buried deep in rock formations, temperature & pressure contribute to the quality & formation of the Amber.
Sumatran Amber may look similar to specimens from other areas, except they fluoresce a bright, intense blue color under UV!
Amber is one of the first substances ever used by man. Evidence has been found of Amber’s use in the Neolithic era (12,000 years ago). It has been referenced in historical texts such as, The Odyssey by Homer. Amber is one of the first substances ever used by man. Evidence has been found of Amber’s use in the Neolithic era (12,000 years ago). It has been referenced in historical texts such as, The Odyssey by Homer.
Sumatran Blue Amber is a stone of the light, promoting abundant warmth & aligning with nurturing energy. Amber is a deeply protective ally that may help prevent psychic attacks & readily repels anything dark.
