Copal Specimen - Height: 36 mm - Width: 42 mm- 13.22 g - (1)

This specimen is a beautiful example of Copal, a subfossil plant resin derived from coniferous plants. Copal is a geological precursor to amber, and although its degree of polymerization and age are lower (it can be up to a million years old), it shares the ability to encapsulate the history of its environment.

Colombian-origin copal is highly valued in the market for its distinctive optical qualities:

Exceptional Transparency: The piece stands out for its great vitreous transparency, allowing pristine internal visibility.

Warm coloration: It exhibits a beautiful color that typically ranges between yellow-golden and orange hues, adding warmth and a natural shine.

Morphology and Inclusions
Harmonious Form: The specimen possesses a free and organic morphology that flows with great sculptural harmony. This natural form is the result of resin dripping and hardening over the tree trunk.

Didactic Interest (Inclusions): The value of the specimen is enhanced by the presence of inclusions (typically air bubbles, fragments of plant material, or small insects). These inclusions not only add a visual point of interest but also provide a didactic window into the terrestrial ecosystems of the past in the Colombian region.

This specimen, due to its high transparency and sculptural shape, is an ideal addition for both geological collections of fossil resins and collections seeking specimens of great aesthetic value.