Amber is a messenger from ancient, prehistoric times, times "when the trees were big." Technically, amber is not a gem or mineral, but is the petrified sap of prehistoric trees that grew almost fifty million years ago.
Radical climate change occurred sometime between 10 and 100 million years ago, resin trees fell and were carried by rivers to coastal areas, where over time they became covered with sediment and began to undergo a series of changes. The result of this metamorphosis is a natural material with extraordinary properties.
The world's largest deposits of amber are located on the shores of the Baltic Sea, where amber has been mined, traded and made into decorative objects for at least 13 years. Amber is called the gold of the Baltic Sea. Although most amber stones are born in the sea, which means that rivers and streams carried them to the seas and oceans, most of the world's amber resources are hidden deep in the bowels, like minerals.
Baltic amber has had historical significance in medicine since prehistoric times.
Small pieces of amber have been found under the skin of ancient Egyptian mummies. The Egyptians believed in the ability of amber to stop decay and decay.
The ancient Romans and Greeks believed in the magical power of amber, they even buried people with amber necklaces as a symbol of influence and power.
In ancient China, it was customary to burn amber during great festivities. This practice signified both the wealth of the host and the veneration of the guests.
Amber is also important in religion as it has been used in various rituals. For example, Muhammad argued that the rosary of a true believer should be made of amber.
The earliest written references to the healing properties of amber are found in the works of Hippocrates. He documented that a short strand of amber beads worn around the neck brought relief to the wearer in some cases of severe head, neck and throat complaints. It was believed that the wearing of amber bracelets is useful for those suffering from rheumatism and arthritis, reduces fatigue and the feeling of general fatigue. It is said that a similar effect is achieved by rubbing the body with a fairly large piece of the mineral.
Various otter creams, balms and amber infusions were also recommended for external use. All kinds of decoctions, the main ingredient of which was amber, were also widely used to treat respiratory diseases, asthma, bronchitis, bowel and bladder disorders, heart problems and diseases of the circulatory system.
Scientific studies have shown that amber worn on the body releases natural oils onto the skin, which then enter the bloodstream.
These oils have a calming effect and have analgesic, antispasmodic (relax muscles to help reduce colic and gas), and antipyretic properties. This is why Baltic amber necklaces are often used to relieve teething pain in children.
Amber has always been widely used in jewelry and art. Many high-end jewelers love to work with amber because of its unique warmth.
Amber jewelry is a product of nature, with its unique inclusions, colors and textures, each piece is never the same. This is what adds additional character, beauty and mystery!
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