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AMBER is fossilized resin from trees that grew up to fifty million years ago, in the Eocene and Oligocene Periods. The color ranges from golden yellow to honey and deep reds. There are also rare green and blue amblers. Insect or plant remains or air bubbles caught in the sap add to its beauty.

Amber rubbed with silk or wool becomes electrically charged, and ancient Greeks called it “Elektra”. It has been found in Neolithic graves in Europe, dating to 15,000 BC. It was popular with the early Greeks and Romans, Phoenicians and Etruscans. It is highly valued in Morocco, Somalia and Egypt and in Tibet and China. Its use is ornamental and protective.

Once thought to be the golden rays of the sun congealed by the sea, it brings the joy and happiness of the sun to all who enjoy it’s warmth and beauty. Baltic Amber is most often seen, while Amber from Burma, Sicily, Rumania, Mexico and the Dominican Republic is also available.

Metaphysical Properties: Amber has a high vibration and helps balance the Endocrine system and digestion, and stabilize other body organs. It helps open energy channels to aid in raising the Kundalini, and helps connect us to our own fire energy centered in our solar plexus. Amber used in meditation helps connect us to our inner wisdom for clarity and enlightenment. It can also be used to gain knowledge of past cycles on earth, and it stores ancient DNA. Amber’s vibrant, rich solar hues are soothing to people suffering from depression, which may be caused by partial “soul loss”. It can be useful as a talisman

During dark times of emotional pain or disturbing thoughts, and can help one reconnect with their willpower and personal strengths. It is useful as a protective amulet or to attract love into one’s life. Small bits may be burned as incense offerings.

Chakra Affiliation: Solar Plexus.