20. The Magic of Amber Surrounding the Earth

A shining beauty, compared in the past to the beauty of the sun's rays caressing the Earth in the first hours of the morning. Amber has always been a point of interest for us humans. Whether it was the inner light of this stone or its external brightness, it is certain that we have always had it in our box of values, whether it was a box of gold in a princess's room, or a worn-out, but valuable box in the house of a simple person from the Baltic region.

In this article, we will discover more of the endless stories about amber, about how it came to enchant the eyes, but also to warm the hearts of people on an entire planet. Are you ready to follow in the footsteps of amber? Put on the most vintage clothes you have and some snacks in your bag, because we are returning to antiquity.

A Link Between Cultures 

Although this natural treasure has been used and adored since prehistory, amber reached its peak in antiquity when the Baltic and Mediterranean Seas were first linked by the "Amber Road", a route that revolutionized trade in that historical period. This new route represented a path towards our evolution, helping us to communicate more and more easily with each other, and to exchange goods, food, and experiences. People are brought together with the help of a gift that was given to us with love by nature. A factor that we must take into consideration when admiring a piece of amber. Its beauty is not only in our gaze but also in the historical help it has given us without asking for anything in return.

From the heart of the Earth to the heart of civilization 

With its spread throughout the world, amber has become a part of the culture of numerous civilizations. Used in rituals by mystics or in the making of jewelry by craftsmen of beauty. But its qualities do not stop here. Many ancient civilizations used it with frankincense for its unmistakable smell or even for healing the soul, believing in the healing power of the light reflected from this translucent stone.

In ancient Egypt, amber was an indispensable element in the mummification rituals of pharaohs, offering its preservation properties, but also its dazzling beauty. Most of the pharaohs' tombs were decorated with amber pieces, which were also seen as a talisman that could protect the deceased pharaoh on his journey to the afterlife.

Even today, amber arouses curiosity. Some do believe in its healing power, while others admire its beauty and heal their soul with a gesture that is so simple but forgotten. Let's stop for a moment from all the noise, take a look around, and see that beauty not only exist, but it is in the majority. The problem is only our perspective, which has been surrounded by a cloud of smoke, overwhelmed by what we hear from others, from the media, and increasingly less from our own experiences. Experiences that if they were as devastating as we sometimes tend to perceive them, we would not be here, reading about the magic and beauty born from the heart and gentleness of nature.

Do you want a little magic in your home? Are you curious about why people have always adored amber? We invite you to choose a piece that suits you, wear it with an open heart, and let your mind enjoy its beauty and simplicity, its magic. 

Don't know where to start? Try a silver and amber bracelet, ring, or pendant, but be prepared! You will fall in love with the warmth it radiates!