Incredible amber fossil pendant with two insects: a primitive fly and a small mosquito. Set in 950 silver with a stainless steel chain.
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 size: 2 cm x 2 cm
Pendant size: 2 cm wide x 2.8 cm long
Materials:
950 silver (purer than sterling silver, which is 925)
Care:
Do not get wet. Clean silver when it tarnishes with Dialux white or Dialux black metal polishing paste and a microfiber cloth.
