Tuesday, August 25, 2009

SEMI PRECIOUS STONES; AMBER

Amber
The history of Amber reaches back one million years. Formed from the fossilized sticky resin from ancient Pine trees, Amber sometimes contains unusual inclusions such as fossilized insects, bugs and plant life. A perfectly formed fossilized inclusion can greatly enhance the value of Amber.
Amber is a very soft gemstone, so great care should be taken to avoid scratching the stone. Throughout the ages Sorcerers have used amber, believing it to enhance their magical powers. It is known as the 'Stone of the Sun' and has been considered to have purifying powers.
The fossil-storing abilities of this yellow/orange stone are of great use to those studying extinct species. You may remember that fossilized dinosaur remains were stored in Amber in the great
Hollywood movie, Jurassic Park.

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