Amber w/ Insect Inclusions

Amber w/ Insect InclusionsAmber is the fossilized resinous tree sap from conifer trees, which over the course of millions of years becomes solid while retaining the semitransparent yellowish hue of tree sap. While in its sticky gel state, it is not uncommon for insects and other small animals to become trapped within tree sap, and under optimal conditions these insects will be clearly visible within the fossilized amber pieces. These high quality and exceptional color Chiapan

where early very productive copper mines supplied much of the ancient world with the material

While in its sticky gel state

Natural copper is relatively soft and often found in intricate and unique structures

The “Benz” part of the name comes from the tip of some calcite crystals which have a clearly defined three-pointed star of pyrite

occurring in shades of blue

These specimens of natural uncut aquamarine occur within a unique matrix of thick mica with a strong yellowish tint

One of the most widely recognized and unmistakable minerals

A relatively new and exciting addition to the mineral world

fluorite specimens have been prized since ancient times and are now among the most popular minerals in the collecting world

These specimens of Mosasaur (Mosasaurus anceps) teeth are embedded in matrix

and is one of the more common gems although pieces of exceptional hue and clarity are considered fairly rare and can be extremely valuable

Approx size of fossil - 4