Amber – Lithuania
Locality: Lithuania (Baltic sea)
Weight: 5,3g
Dimensions: 3,4 x 2 x 1,3 cm
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Lithuanian Amber – Treasure of the Baltic Sea
Lithuanian amber, often referred to as Baltic amber, is among the most sought-after and valuable types of amber in the world. It was formed from the resin of prehistoric pine trees that grew around the Baltic Sea region approximately 44–54 million years ago.
Appearance and Properties
Lithuanian amber is known for its distinct color range, varying from light yellow to deep honey and orange hues. There are also darker brown to almost black specimens and rarer whitish or greenish variants. Due to its high content of succinic acid (up to 8%), Baltic amber is considered one of the finest and highest-quality types in the world. It often contains natural inclusions such as air bubbles, plant fragments, or even tiny insects, which greatly enhance its collector and aesthetic value.
Collection and Processing
Industrial mining of amber in Lithuania is not carried out on a large scale as in the neighboring Kaliningrad region. Instead, amber is traditionally collected along the Baltic coast, especially near the towns of Palanga, Klaipėda, and Šventoji, where it is wash up on beaches by sea waves after storms.
Lithuania – The Heart of Amber Craftsmanship
Lithuania is a major center of amber craftsmanship and ranks among the world’s leading producers of amber jewelry. Raw amber is sorted by size, color, and quality, then cut, polished, and finely finished. This process enhances its natural texture, shine, and unique character of each individual stone.