This is a single, unprocessed amber specimen sourced directly from Myanmar (Burma) — one of the world's most significant amber-producing regions. The piece weighs 74 grams and measures 75 × 50 × 45 mm, making it a substantial display or lapidary-grade specimen. The exterior retains its natural dark cortex — the original bark-like outer layer formed during fossilisation — while the interior glows in layered tones of orange, golden brown, yellow, and black-brown under direct light. Clarity is translucent, with visible internal flow patterns and resin stratification typical of Burmese amber. Specimen Details Stone: Amber (Natural Fossil Resin) Origin: Myanmar (Burma) Weight: 74 Grams Dimensions: 75 × 50 × 45 mm Colour: Orange, Golden Brown, Yellow, Black-Brown Clarity: Translucent Shape / Form: Rough Loose (unprepared, as-mined) Fossil Type: Amber Fluorescence (UV): Moderate Treatments: None — 100% Natural, Earthly Mined May contain preserved inclusions of ancient vegetation, plant matter, or animal-derived particles — a characteristic feature of Burmese amber specimens. Frequently Asked Questions Is Burmese amber different from Baltic amber? Yes. Burmese amber (Burmite) is significantly older — approximately 99 million years — compared to Baltic amber at around 44 million years. It is also harder and more likely to contain well-preserved prehistoric inclusions. Can raw amber be cut and polished for jewellery? Yes, this specimen is lapidary-grade rough. It can be cabbed, carved, or shaped by a lapidary into pendants, rings, or display pieces, though the final yield depends on internal clarity and cortex thickness. Does amber glow under UV light? Amber typically fluoresces blue-green to yellow under UV light. This specimen shows moderate fluorescence, which is a useful authenticity indicator — synthetic resins often fluoresce differently or not at all.
