Colour : Magnificent orange and yellow, the colour of the sun.

Origin : Amber is the fossilized resin of pine trees, formed fifty to seventy-five million years ago. It often has inclusions of insects, carbon deposits, pieces of plants or air bubbles, making it an extremely valuable source for geologists to study the history of life on this planet. The Baltic states and the Dominican Republic are the two main sources of amber on the market today. Prices of amber can range from $20 to $40,000 or more.

Zodiac Birthstone : Geminis, Leos and Virgos.

Properties : Amber has uplifting energies, helping people find humour and joy. Yellow/Gold/Orange amber is said to enhance the beauty of the wearer. It is beneficial for those who get depressed, as it absorbs toxins and negative energy from the environment due to its energetic properties. It brings patience, protection, psychic shielding, romantic love, sensuality, purification, balance, healing and calmness to those who wear or carry it. It is considered a good luck charm for marriage.

History : It was one of the first stones or substances to be used by very early humans in Asia, Africa and Europe for amulets and decoration.