Amber pendant in 950 silver

Large amber pendant wrapped in 950 silver. Wire wrap technique.

This beautiful amber pendant has a yellow color reminiscent of the sunrise, and comes from Chiapas, Mexico.

Amber is a resin exuded by the pores of a tree called 'Guapinol' in Simojovel, Chiapas.

When a tree breaks one of its branches, or receives a wound caused by an insect or animal, it exudes resin to cover that wound and prevent the spread of fungi and pathogens.

Because the resin is sticky, insects or pieces of branches can become trapped. When exposed to sunlight, the resin hardens and solidifies in a fossilization process that can take thousands to millions of years.

Symbolically, amber represents protection against negative energies, transformation, purification, resilience, vitality, creativity, etc.

The amber found deep underground in Simojovel is believed to be between 20 and 25 million years old.

Measures:

Amber measurements: 4.5 cm long x 2.7 cm wide

Pendant dimensions: 6 cm long x 2.7 cm wide

Materials:

950 silver is purer than sterling silver, which is 925.

Care instructions: Do not get wet. Polish the silver when it tarnishes with white or black Dialux and a microfiber cloth.