Amber is a fossilized resin from pines and other conifers that are several thousands to millions years old. Although it is not a stone, but a hardened resin, it is used as a gemstone for the manufacture of jewelry and other decorative objects. Due to its beneficial properties it has been treasured as one of the most popular gemstones since ancient times.
Pressed amber is the material created by compressing amber powder and fragments collected during the processing of pure amber. It is cheaper, heavier and slightly more durable. It is cheaper, heavier and slightly more durable.
Please do not use alcohol or any other type of disinfectant or chemical to clean or polish amber.