A-Z of Crystals

Amber

Amber

Meaning of Amber 

Amber Crystal Meaning - The Mindful One, so called because it not only remembers the past centuries but also helps with the simple absent-mindedness. This is the the fossilised resin of ancient trees. Has a good influence on the endocrine system, spleen and heart. Helps to find the kindness within you and helps the mind to find its soul. Aids in Past Life Regression and the re-activation of past skills. 

Amber is often associated with warmth and light due to its golden color and translucent appearance. It is said to radiate a warm, soothing energy that brings comfort and joy to those who wear or admire it. Throughout history, amber has been revered for its protective properties. It is believed to shield against negative energies, psychic attacks, and harm from the natural world. Amber is often worn as an amulet or talisman for protection. Amber is thought to have healing properties that promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It is said to alleviate pain, inflammation, and discomfort, particularly in the throat, neck, and respiratory system. Amber is also believed to aid in digestion, circulation, and detoxification. Amber is considered a stone of renewal and transformation. It is believed to facilitate personal growth, spiritual awakening, and the release of old patterns and attachments. Amber encourages us to let go of the past and embrace the present moment with clarity and optimism.

Amber is a Fossilized tree resin. What Denotes Amber? Its insoluble, in common organic solvents but does give an aromatic odour when burned (Plastic imitations do not). Amber is also denoted by its age, it take around 100,000 years minimum to form, younger amber is known as copal and obviously has greatly less value, some feel that the colour too is lighter in appearance.

Mineral Information for Amber

Amber is fossilized tree resin, primarily derived from ancient coniferous trees. It is composed of organic compounds, including hydrocarbons and terpenes, with a chemical formula typically represented as C10H16O.
Amber comes in various colors, including yellow, golden, orange, brown, red, and rarely, green or blue. The coloration is influenced by factors such as the tree species, organic matter trapped within the resin, and exposure to sunlight and other environmental conditions over time. Amber has a relatively low hardness of 2 to 2.5 on the Mohs scale, Amber has a low density, typically ranging from 1.05 to 1.10 grams per cubic centimeter.