17. The Amber Story

Without a doubt, you have seen at least once a piece of jewelry or a simple piece of amber. The beauty and warmth offered by this stone are special and manage to surprise the viewer, leaving a pleasant mark on the mind and even soul of the viewer. Even though many of us admire this marvel offered by nature, few are those who really know the value and story of amber. In the following, we will explore some of the most interesting aspects of this stone and we hope that by the end of the article, you will appreciate even more this gift created with such mastery by nature. 

What is amber actually? 

Amber or Baltic Gold. Many names have been attributed to it over time, but no matter how you like to call it, this treasure of nature hides behind a story that begins long before people had the ability to give it a name. The oldest pieces of amber date back over 40 million years. Just imagine how many changes and events this stone has had the opportunity to see on our planet. But let's go back a little to the origins. You probably already know that this small piece, as if broken from the Sun, is not really a stone. Not at all. Amber is the fossilized resin of trees that flourished on Earth millions of years ago. Yes, that sticky substance that trees, especially conifers, secrete to heal their "wounds". It has been transformed over time into what we love and admire so much today - Amber. Due to the variety of trees, weather conditions, and the environment, amber is found in nature in an infinity of colors, shapes, and sizes. 

 
Why do people love amber? 

If we take a look at the jewelry, amulets, and decorations of ancient civilizations, we will discover that many societies used amber in their creation. Whether it was the accessories they wore or the objects of worship, amber has always been part of the material and spiritual wealth of our ancestors. 

There is no clear and well-defined reason why this happened. A lot of legends, theories, and assumptions have been made about this gemstone, but one thing is certain - everyone has loved it. And that's still true today. Is it the shine or the warmth it emits just by looking at it? Is it the calm and peace it inspires when we hold it in our hands? Or perhaps the energy it has accumulated during its journey through time. It doesn't matter! Sometimes, in trying to discover the truth, we lose the essence. The most important thing is that nature has given us a treasure, and our only duty is to enjoy it, appreciate it, and allow it to enhance the beauty of our lives. 

Amber in our daily lives 

Amber has been considered a healing stone. It was part of spiritual rituals, playing a role as a catalyst in the healing process. Even today, crystal and semi-precious stone lovers use amber to alleviate pain. You may or may not believe in the power of these, but a little bit of magic never hurt anyone, especially when it is used for a positive purpose. 

You may be wondering why our ancestors used this stone for the purpose of healing. Even if we deeply want to find out, we cannot say for sure. Maybe the answer lies in its origin. As mentioned earlier, amber is a fossilized resin, created by trees to heal their wounds. Maybe its colors, which refer to the Sun, guided them to use it for this purpose. The Sun itself was considered the source of life and healing at that time. Whatever it may be, the simple presence of this stone gives us a feeling of well-being and inner peace. If you are curious to find out more about how amber can alleviate pain, and suffering, and have an effect against anxiety, on our blog you will find another article that deals with this subject in more detail. You can find it here. 

 
Together on the journey through time 

The story of amber began a long time ago, but it is still unfolding as you read these lines. You can choose at any time to be part of this journey. Having a piece of amber is like connecting with the energy of the Earth from tens of millions of years ago. It's like holding a long period of history in your own hands and if you are quiet, you can listen to its story. Many, many years from now, when you and I are no longer around, your little piece of amber will still endure to carry our story forward and tell it to others who are open to listening. 

Do you want to become one of those who travel through time in the company of amber? Choose your favorite piece of jewelry and start the journey!