AMBER

Amber is the hardened resin of coniferous and angiospermous trees.Resin is not to be confused with sap which is a product of photosynthesis that consists of sugars, water and dissolved minerals. The sticky extrusive mass that comes from a cut on a pine tree is resin. Under the proper conditions the resin undergoes certain physical and chemical changes that turn it into amber.

Copal Amber stalactite from Columbia. 3 million years old bugs!! Yes, this piece is packed with them

a large ant (left) and a nice little fly (right) with loads of other insects

this nice hunk of amber, complete with fossilized lizard is available to purchase from Amberica West - and would set you back a mere $70,000!!!!	Visit Gary Platt's "Amber Home" HERE. Very informative and dedicated site. Also, Susie Ward Aber's "World of Amber"
It is claimed that Amber is used to best effect by those who suffer from throat infections, those who have bronchial disorders or those who are prone to asthma or convulsions, also rheumatism, intestinal disorders, earache, bladder trouble, nerves or bone-marrow deficiencies. Calming, can absorb negative energy and helps the body to heal itself. Helps with depression and suicidal tendencies.