What is the meaning and effect of amber? A thorough explanation of the power of this stone!

In this article, we will introduce the meanings, effects, and types of amber. If you are traveling to Iwate, why not use this article as a reference to look for amber?

What is the meaning of amber and its stone meaning?

Amber has the following three stone words. We will explain the meaning of each in detail.

hug

The stone's meaning of "embrace" is related to amber's healing powers, which have led to its use as medicine since ancient times, and its ability to relieve everyday stress and tension.

By holding amber, you can feel the great kindness and warmth of being wrapped in the eternal time that the stone has passed through. This is exactly what the stone's word for "embracing" means.

It has a high purification rate against negative thoughts and events, so it will lead the owner to a beautiful, natural state from body and mind.

longevity

Amber, which was formed over a long period of time by absorbing the power of trees and the sun, also carries the meaning of "longevity."

This stone emits positive vibrations and is said to support the life force by filling the owner with positive energy. In addition, just as trees take in carbon dioxide and exhale oxygen, amber, which is made of resin, has the characteristic of gently circulating the energy of the mind and body.

In ancient Persia, kings wore amber as a talisman to recharge their bodies with the power of immortality. It is also recommended as a power stone to relieve physical discomfort and fatigue.

prosperity

Amber is also said to represent prosperity.

Amber has the magnificent power of the earth and the sun, and it will invigorate the owner's emotions and physical strength. It will fill you with healthy, bright energy and help lead you to success.

If you are having trouble with interpersonal relationships or feeling unsure about your work, wearing amber may help you find a solution and lead to a better future.

3 Effects of Amber

Amber has an attractive golden color with a transparent feel like honey. It has a warmth that makes you feel nostalgic, and as its gorgeous appearance has earned it the nickname "tears of the sun," it is a stone that has bright and healthy energy.

Amber is also known as a power stone, and is said to have the following effects. Let's take a look at each one.

Heals the owner

Amber has long been believed to have the power to purify the mind and body and lead to healing, and has been valued as a "healing stone."
It is expected to have a healing effect on the wearer by expelling unnecessary energy from the mind and body and actively taking in fresh, bright energy.

The reason is that amber is a crystal that has formed over many years from tree resin. It is said that by holding amber, which is a mass of energy, the owner can "breathe the life force of nature and the earth into themselves, and fill their heart with healing energy."

Bring back the positive

Amber is also known as a stone that emits positive vibrations. For this reason, it has been used as a talisman to help its owner regain positivity.

For example, when you are feeling down about everyday events, it is said that being exposed to the bright vibrations of amber will help you feel mentally stable. Also, when you feel like you are not getting the chance, it will help change your motivation to be more positive.

Stabilize your fortune

Amber's beautiful golden color is associated with financial luck, and it is loved by many entrepreneurs and business people as it brings prosperity to their business.
It is also said that rubbing amber charges it with static electricity, which attracts good energy and improves one's luck at work and popularity.

It will surely be a great support when you want to stabilize your financial luck or take on a new challenge.

How is Amber Made?

Amber is a "fossilized resin" that is the crystallization of natural resin from ancient pines, cedars, and other conifers.

When the bark of a tree is damaged by external forces, it produces resin to try to heal itself and seal the wound. This resin is carried by the wind, taking with it plant petals, wood chips, and raindrops, and drips to the ground where it hardens and becomes amber.

Amber is a fossilized resin, and not technically a mineral or ore, so it easily crumbles when struck and burns when heated. However, this transience is also said to be one of its charms.

Amber origins

Amber has the characteristic of being produced both domestically and internationally. We will introduce amber producing areas both domestically and internationally.

Overseas production areas

The most famous overseas production area is the Baltic Sea coast, which is surrounded by the European continent and the Scandinavian Peninsula.

Amber mined along the Baltic Sea coast is called "Baltic amber" and is popular with enthusiasts around the world.

The trade route connecting the Baltic Sea and Eastern Mediterranean Europe is called the "Amber Road." Amber mined along the Baltic Sea coast is transported to Central and Eastern Europe via the Amber Road.

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Japanese production area

Kuji City in Iwate Prefecture is famous in Japan as a producer of amber. Since Kuji City is located in the Nanbu domain of Iwate Prefecture, amber was once called "Nanbu" in Japan.

Amber has been mined in Kuji since the Paleolithic Age, and some of the oldest amber products in the world have been found there. Amber was industrialized during the Muromachi Period, and was exported to Edo and Kyoto during the Edo Period. It became a valuable source of income for the Nanbu Domain.

Even today, amber from Kuji City is loved by many people, mainly as decorative items such as accessories.

What colours and types of amber are there?

Amber comes in a variety of colors other than the popular yellow-brown.

Generally, the color of amber changes when it is heated. Here we will introduce the characteristics of the following six colors of amber.

Yellow Amber

Yellow amber is the color that is generally recognized as amber. It is characterized by its transparent color, like honey.

Yellow Amber is said to make thinking flexible and protect the wearer from misfortune.

Another characteristic is that even if the amber is the same yellow, its value varies depending on the intensity of the color. Specifically, cognac amber, which is a brown color similar to brandy cognac, is the most expensive. Brown amber is next, and finally yellow amber.

Cherry Amber

Cherry amber refers to a dark brown amber that is reddish more than yellow amber.

However, there is no clear difference between cherry amber and red amber, which we will introduce next, and people's judgments may vary.

The higher the redness, the higher the value, but it is said that in many cases the color of cherry amber is developed through heating or pressure.

Red Amber

Red amber is a type of amber with a reddish brown color. Natural red amber is quite rare, and it is said that many people, even those involved in minerals, have never seen it.

For this reason, most of the amber on the market has been processed, and natural red amber is rarely found on the market.

By the way, red amber, which is not natural, is heated, pressurized, and colored, giving it a distinctive, vivid appearance.

Green Amber

Green amber is amber that has a green reflected light due to components contained in the resin that reflect ultraviolet light.

There is also a pale pure green amber, and a green amber that has been dyed red once and then drilled holes to give it a green appearance.

While natural green amber is available, most of the green amber on the market has been heat and pressure treated. If the green is particularly vivid and has a good design, it is likely to be artificial green amber.

Blue Amber

Like green amber, amber that appears blue when its resin components fluoresce under ultraviolet light is called blue amber.

Although it normally looks like yellow amber, the color changes depending on the angle, and in sunlight it emits a pale bluish light.

Blue amber is especially famous for being from the Dominican Republic. However, be careful as there are many fakes among the expensive Dominican amber.

Royal Amber

Royal amber is a type of amber characterized by its milky marbled pattern. It is a rare color that accounts for only 0.1% of all amber, making it a very valuable stone.

The marbled pattern is said to be caused by air bubbles that enter the sap during its production process and then harden.

The charm of royal amber is that over time its surface changes color from milky white to butter brown. You can enjoy its elegant, soft color with an antique feel.

How to tell the difference between amber and copal

Amber and the gemstone copal (the Japanese name) are the same type of amber, and the difference between the two is the age of the fossils.

Copal is a natural resin made from various types of plants and is a type of amber.

To distinguish between the two, the difference is determined by how many tens of millions of years the sap solidified over. Specifically, anything newer than a certain standard is called copal, and anything older than that is called amber.

Since there is no difference in quality and no highly accurate appraisal is generally available, copal and amber are considered gemstones that are difficult to distinguish from each other.

Frequently asked questions about Amber

Now that we have explained about amber, we will answer some frequently asked questions and doubts about amber.

Why does some amber contain insects?

During the process of amber formation, insects are attracted by the smell of sap and get their feet caught in the resin, becoming trapped there and creating amber containing insects.

It attracts a variety of insects, including flies, mosquitoes, and ants, as well as reptiles such as lizards and frogs. Birds and other small animals are also attracted to the sap, but it seems that in most cases only feathers and hairs are left behind in the sap.

Amber containing insects is more valuable than normal amber that contains no insects, and tends to be sold at a higher price.

Does amber have a static charge?

The electrons that are the source of electricity are called "electrons," and this term has its roots in amber.

In ancient Greece, when electricity had not yet been invented, there is an anecdote that when amber was rubbed with a cloth, dust and other substances were attracted and stuck to it, and the ancient Greek wise men called this "electron."

As you can see from this, amber has the property of charging with static electricity. It is also said that the phenomenon of static electricity was discovered thanks to amber, so the story of amber and static electricity is an indispensable part of the history of electricity.

Summary: Amber is an ancient gift that contains a magnificent romance

Amber is a mysterious stone that is made of resin that has crystallized over a long period of time. It can be said to be an ancient innards that holds in it the romance of the ancient times.

If you are traveling around the Baltic Sea coast or Iwate Prefecture, be sure to pick one up while you're there. It will be a souvenir that is a product of the local nature and a tinge of history, and will become a memento of your trip.

*Please note that the effects of power stones vary from person to person.

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