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Amber Beads |
'Amber,' derived from Arabic word
"anbar," is the fossilized resin from ancient pine trees. It is created by natural polymerization of the original organic compounds that includes tree sap and even fossils of insects. The tree sap that produced this amber was deposited in the Baltic Sea region between 40 to 60 million years ago. Most of the world's amber is in the range of 30-90 million years old. Amber is, in fact, a beautiful stone that is cut and polished to be used as a valuable gemstone.
Amber from the Baltic region or the Baltic amber beads are considered the finest amber beads in world.
Amber jewelry was made even before the time of Christ. In the ancient Roman Empire, amber was called the "gold of the north." Not only is the amber beads jewelery popular among masses, its healing properties are also equally recognized in treating asthma. Amber beads necklace, bracelets, pendants, and earrings as well as buttons, bangles, and even decorative pieces made from amber are very popular.
Types of Amber Beads
Amber beads have certain categories about which one must know:
- Brown Amber Beads
- Butterscotch Amber Beads
- Natural Amber Beads
- Baltic Amber Beads
Colors of Amber Beads
Amber beads are found in a variety of colors:
- Deep Brown Amber Beads
- Milky White Amber Beads
Characteristics of Amber Beads
Amber beads have as well got certain vivid features:
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- Easily Scratched
- Needs to be Stored Carefully
- Exposure to alcohol leads to loss of luster
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Significance of Amber Beads
Amber beads have certain important significances:
- Eases glandular swellings of the throat & lungs
- Improves eyesight
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- Brings luck
- Balances endocrine and digestive networks
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Usages of Amber Beads
Amber beads are applied for the making of artifacts & jewelry:
- Earrings
- Pendants
- Necklaces
- Bracelets
- Rings
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- Jewelry Sets
- Loose Gems
- Pins & Brooches
- Charms
- Body Jewelry
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Materials Used With Amber Beads
Beads of amber, when combined with other important materials, always lead
to a great outcome:
- Sterling Silver
- Gold
- Brass
- Shell
- Leather
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- Enamel
- Cloth & Nylon
- Nickel
- Copper
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Manufacturing Hubs
Major sources of amber beads are :
- Siberia
- Baltic coast
- Dominican Republic
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- Mexico
- Russia
- U.S.A. (New Jersey)
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Tips on How to Care for Amber Beads
As amber is a very soft gemstone (it has a rating of 2.5 on Moh's scale), it requires a little more care than any other gemstone.
- When wearing amber jewelery, never spray perfume on them as the chemicals can cause a permanent white encrustation on beads surface.
- Don't expose amber beads to direct sun rays for a very long time. Extreme heat can make it crack or lose its luster.
- As amber gets oxidized, its color darkens with time. Slow down the process of darkening by storing amber beads or amber jewelery in a cool and dry place. An airtight environment is best for storing amber beads.
- Clean amber with mild soap and water only.
- Polish amber with a dry, clean, flannel cloth. Avoid using ultrasonic cleaners and never dip amber jewelry in any type of jewelry cleaner.
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