Amber - 6 cm - 5.5 cm (No reserve price)

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Indonesian amber specimen of natural origin, in a high‑gloss polished freeform shaping, weighing 80 g and measuring 6 cm by 5.5 cm, dating to the Cenozoic period and authenticated as original/offical.

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This blue amber comes directly from the source, from the mines of Sumatra, Indonesia. 100% authentic pieces of amber, guaranteed by me as an experienced seller.

Indonesian amber belongs to the coveted fossil resins of Asia and is valued for its often remarkable colors, its transparency, and its interesting UV reaction. Free-form pieces of this quality with pronounced red tones, clearly visible internal structures, and intense fluorescence are relatively rare and possess a quite unique appeal for collectors.

This impressive free form from Indonesian amber fascinates with its distinctive transparency and spectacular color variations. Honey-, cognac-, and smoky brown shades alternate with deep amber regions, which, when backlit, transition into intense red and orange tones, giving the piece an almost glowing appearance.

Depending on the lighting, new plays of color and reflections continually emerge, making the free form look different from every viewpoint.

A particular feature of this piece appears under UV light: some parts glow in intense blue to purple hues, creating a fascinating contrast with the warm amber colors. This fluorescence gives the piece an extra dimension and makes it particularly interesting for collectors.

The high-gloss finish dramatically highlights the natural beauty of the amber, while the freeform design preserves the organic structures of the original tree resin. This results in a unique display piece that is admired for both its transparency and its vivid color palette.

This blue amber comes directly from the source, from the mines of Sumatra, Indonesia. 100% authentic pieces of amber, guaranteed by me as an experienced seller.

Indonesian amber belongs to the coveted fossil resins of Asia and is valued for its often remarkable colors, its transparency, and its interesting UV reaction. Free-form pieces of this quality with pronounced red tones, clearly visible internal structures, and intense fluorescence are relatively rare and possess a quite unique appeal for collectors.

This impressive free form from Indonesian amber fascinates with its distinctive transparency and spectacular color variations. Honey-, cognac-, and smoky brown shades alternate with deep amber regions, which, when backlit, transition into intense red and orange tones, giving the piece an almost glowing appearance.

Depending on the lighting, new plays of color and reflections continually emerge, making the free form look different from every viewpoint.

A particular feature of this piece appears under UV light: some parts glow in intense blue to purple hues, creating a fascinating contrast with the warm amber colors. This fluorescence gives the piece an extra dimension and makes it particularly interesting for collectors.

The high-gloss finish dramatically highlights the natural beauty of the amber, while the freeform design preserves the organic structures of the original tree resin. This results in a unique display piece that is admired for both its transparency and its vivid color palette.

Details

Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Indonesia
Geological period
Cenozoic (66 - 0 million years)
Condition
Natural
Treatment
Polished
Weight
80 g
Height
6 cm
Width
5.5 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
166
Objects sold
100%
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