Baltic Amber: A Window to the Past

            Around 40 to 60 million years ago, trees called Pinites succinifer, which are now extinct, exuded resins. These resins underwent numerous changes all throughout the years forming the beautiful gemstone, Baltic Amber. 

            Baltic Amber is considered a gemstone even though it is completely organic. It is the type of amber that is most valuable because it has the highest amount of succinic acid and is the rarest among all ambers. This gemstone can be found only in the north part of Europe. It is from the forest that is now covered by the Baltic Sea. Today, Baltic amber gemstones are found in some coasts of England, Holland, Poland, Scandinavia, Germany, and more abundantly in western Russia and the Baltic States.

            Baltic Amber has been considered a luxury item and for centuries only the nobles could afford to have this gemstone as jewelry. This gemstone was known as the “Gold of the North” during the prime of the Roman Empire. It has been traded for centuries and is one of the few items that had enough worth to be traded to far-off countries in the ancient times.

            The popularity of Baltic Amber increased when it was featured in the hit movie, Jurassic Park. In the movie, a prehistoric mosquito is captured inside this gemstone and the DNA from the stomach contents of this mosquito was used to bring back the dinosaurs. However, recent studies have shown that the matters trapped inside the Baltic amber are too old to make this possible. Regardless, Baltic amber is still considered as a “Window to the Past.” Beside the insects, the other matters found inside this gemstone are leaves, pollens, spores, and twigs.

            Wearing a Baltic amber necklace exudes warm and bright energy.  Baltic amber jewelry signifies authority, command and power. It is said to strengthen the memory and intellect, and it is also useful to calm and balance the emotions. Physically, it is believed to help treat diseases of the bladder, kidneys, liver, spleen, stomach, joints and mucus membranes.

            Baltic amber necklaces are very fashionable, and they are also perfect gifts for the parents and children. There are Baltic amber necklaces that are specifically suitable for teething children to help alleviate their pain. Certainly, Baltic amber necklaces look good on either adults or children and the medicinal benefits it brings that applies to all ages make it more desirable.

            In fashion, a Baltic amber necklace best suits spring and summer looks because these seasons showcase ethnic colors. But, this does not limit the stylish beauty of a Baltic amber necklace. No matter what season, a Baltic amber necklace can beautifully accentuate a simple, plain blouse or dress, giving the look a stylish edge.

             Definitely, a Baltic amber necklace’s beauty is outstanding, it’s believed benefits wonderful, and the mystery of the past that comes with it is undeniably enchanting.