Type of Stone - Amber

Buy Amber – The Sun-Gold Natural Resin with Millions of Years of History

Anyone looking to buy amber is choosing one of the world's most fascinating natural materials. Amber is not a mineral in the classical sense, but fossilized tree resin that was exuded by prehistoric coniferous trees around 40 to 50 million years ago and solidified over geological periods into a light, warm, amber-colored natural material. This organic origin makes it unique among gemstones and jewelry stones and gives it a very special energy and aura.

At Crystal Paradise, we handpick every piece of amber with the trained eye of many years of dealer expertise from our showroom in Feldkirchen near Munich – ensuring you receive only authentic pieces with verifiable origin and the best quality.

What You'll Find in Our Amber Collection

Our collection includes a carefully curated selection of genuine amber in various shapes and quality grades – from raw stones for collectors to polished gemstones and decorative pieces for your home:

• Raw Amber – natural pieces with an original surface, ideal for collectors and as raw healing stones
• Polished Amber – smoothly cut cabochons and tumbled stones with a warm luster
• Inclusion Amber – particularly valuable pieces with enclosed insects, plant parts, or air bubbles
• Amber Jewelry – pendants, necklaces, and bracelets made of genuine amber
• Amber Decoration – freeforms and decorative pieces for a nature-loving home
• Baltic Amber – classic succinite from Baltic Sea regions, the most well-known and common type of amber

Also browse our other stone collections like Agate or the colorful Amethyst – both wonderfully complement amber in a collection or home decoration.

Origin and Quality: What Matters When Buying Amber

The most famous amber deposits worldwide are found around the Baltic Sea coast – particularly in Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, and Russia (Kaliningrad). This so-called Baltic Amber or succinite is considered the reference standard for authenticity and quality. Additionally, deposits exist in the Dominican Republic (often with particularly frequent inclusions), Myanmar (Burmite), and various European countries. According to Wikipedia, amber is chemically a mixture of various resin acids and terpenes and is characterized by its characteristic lightness and warmth to the touch.

Recognizing Authenticity – How to Buy Safely

Since amber is often faked or replaced by synthetic resins (copal, plastic), authenticity testing is crucial when buying. When you buy amber, pay attention to the following characteristics:

• Genuine amber is light and warm – it feels body-warm immediately upon touching
• Genuine amber floats in saturated saltwater, while plastic sinks
• Under UV light, Baltic amber shows a characteristic blue-white fluorescence
• Genuine inclusions are three-dimensional and look natural – faked ones are often flat and too perfect
• Buy only from trustworthy dealers with clear origin information

At Crystal Paradise, you can be sure: All our amber pieces are tested for authenticity by us, and only handpicked specimens make it into our collection. Feel free to visit us in our showroom in Feldkirchen near Munich or discover our entire mineral collector's items collection online.

In crystal healing, amber is traditionally considered a stone of warmth and light. According to spiritual tradition, it is attributed with an uplifting, encouraging effect on mood. As a gemstone, it has accompanied people for millennia – its warm, resinous aura makes it a timeless classic for collectors, jewelry lovers, and anyone who wants to carry natural beauty in their everyday life.

Also discover our collections like Aventurine or the mystical Aragonite as ideal companions to your amber, and let our Crystal Decor Guide inspire you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is genuine amber expensive – and how do I recognize quality when buying?

The price for genuine amber varies greatly depending on its origin, size, transparency, and whether inclusions (enclosed animal or plant remains) are present. Simple polished pieces and tumbled stones are available for just a few euros, while rare inclusion specimens of Baltic or Dominican amber can cost several hundred or even thousands of euros. Quality characteristics include clear transparency, vibrant color (from light yellow to deep cognac brown), a flawless cut, and clear origin information from the seller.

What types of amber are there and which is the most popular?

The most well-known and widespread type of amber is Baltic amber (succinite) from the Baltic Sea coastal regions of Lithuania, Latvia, Poland, and Russia. It is available in shades from honey yellow to cognac to milky-white "bone amber." Dominican amber is also highly valued; it often contains inclusions and, in rare cases, appears with a bluish shimmer. Each type of amber has its own character – let our experts at Crystal Paradise personally advise you on which amber suits you best.