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Size: 13x9mm - 99 million years old
Flowers in Burmese amber are a remarkable and rare find, offering a fascinating glimpse into the early evolution of flowering plants during the Cretaceous period (~99 million years ago). These amber-preserved flowers provide critical insights into the transition from gymnosperms (like conifers) to angiosperms (flowering plants).Flowers are delicate, so it’s quite uncommon for them to be preserved in amber.
What is Burmese amber?
Burmese amber, also known as Myanmar amber, is a type of fossilized tree resin found primarily in the Hukawng Valley of Myanmar. It is renowned for its exceptional preservation of ancient life, including insects, plants, and other organisms, often trapped inside. This amber is estimated to be around 99 million years old, dating back to the Cretaceous period (this is before T. Rex!). Its rich golden to reddish-brown colour and clarity make it highly valued by collectors and scientists alike, offering a rare window into prehistoric ecosystems.How can I identify real amber?
Authentic amber is lightweight and warm to the touch, unlike plastic imitations. Real amber is fluorescent under UV light. Many imitations have inclusions of large spiders and lizards - these large animals and insects simply wouldn\'t be caught in tree sap and trapped! Typical inclusions are between a few millimetres to one or two centimetres. Larger inclusions are rare and demand a high premium. How can I store my amber?
Keep out of direct sunlight and at a consistent temperature. Keep away from high heat, such as a radiator.
