Amber is technically not a gemstone or mineral, but a fossilized sap from prehistoric trees that has aged over the course of millions of years. Amber is usually thought of as yellow golden in hue, but amber also can be found in shades of milky white, red-orange, green, black and even (very rarely) violet. Early physicians prescribed amber for headaches, heart problems, arthritis and a variety of other ailments. In ancient times, amber was carried by travellers for protection. To early Christians, amber signified the presence of the Lord. In the Far East, amber is the symbol of courage; Asian cultures regard amber as the soul of the tiger; Egyptians placed a piece of amber in the casket of a loved one to ensure the body would forever remain whole. #art #antiques #jewelry #rings #amber
Posted on: Sat, 08 Nov 2014 20:11:27 +0000
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