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Burmese cretaceous amber with unidentified insects & inclusions, uv fluorescent, genuine specimen w/ coa

£18.00

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Specimen: Amber with Inclusion

Age: Cretaceous

Location: Burma

Size : 23 x 9 x 5mm (0.91 x 0.35 x 0.2 inches)

 

This rare Burmese Cretaceous Amber is 66-145 million year old, making it much older than the more common Baltic and Dominican Amber.

 

Amber Inclusions are unfortunate animals, insects, plants etc. which became entombed in tree resin (not tree sap) millions of years ago. With the inclusion engulfed, the resin slowly hardened through a natural polymerization of the original organic compounds. This hardened material is known as Copal, which preserves the inclusion perfectly. Through time the Copal becomes buried and, over a several million year process, slowly turns into what we know as Amber. Incredibly this process has allowed us to marvel at ancient specimens frozen in time, as if captured only yesterday.

 

*We would always suggest using a magnifying aid to view your specimen to truly appreciate the inclusions stunning frozen detail. At present we have two types of amber available, Cretaceous Amber, their inclusions can include such specimens as flies, gnats, midges, beetles, wasps, ants, spiders, seeds, plants & more!

 

 

ACTUAL AS SEEN: The image shows the EXACT specimen you will receive. The specimen has been carefully hand selected and photographed. Measurements are as accurate as possible, though be aware measuring precise dimensions can be difficult from irregular shaped items. Whilst we portray colours as close to life-like as we can, colours will vary if taken in sunlight, indoors, from monitor to monitor and device to device. Once this specimen is sold, we will update this listing with new similar selected item, with a new photo and dimensions.

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Description

Presenting a fascinating specimen of Burmese Cretaceous Amber containing ancient insects and inclusions, dating back over 99 million years to the mid-Cretaceous period. This amber is sourced from Myanmar (Burma), one of the oldest and most renowned amber deposits in the world. Known for its clarity, preservation quality, and vibrant UV fluorescence, Burmese amber offers an unparalleled glimpse into prehistoric ecosystems.

Amber is fossilized tree resin that preserved organic material with incredible detail, making it invaluable to paleontologists and collectors. In this piece, a variety of insects and inclusions are encapsulated, providing insight into the flora and fauna of ancient Cretaceous forests. When exposed to UV light, this amber emits a unique fluorescence, adding an extra layer of beauty and scientific interest to the specimen.

This amber fossil is meticulously selected for its quality and includes a photo of the actual specimen you will receive. A 1cm scale cube in the image allows for precise sizing.

Key Features:

  • Type: Burmese Cretaceous Amber with natural UV fluorescence
  • Inclusions: Various ancient insects and organic material
  • Age: Approx. 99 million years old, from the mid-Cretaceous period
  • Origin: Myanmar (Burma)
  • Condition: Exceptional preservation with clear, well-defined inclusions
  • Authenticity: Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing it as a 100% genuine amber specimen

This Burmese amber with insects and inclusions is ideal for collectors, paleontology enthusiasts, or anyone with an appreciation for ancient natural history. A unique and rare piece, it provides an exceptional glimpse into Earth’s distant past. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a beautifully preserved fossil that illuminates the prehistoric world.

Additional information

Era

Cretaceous

Origin

Baltic Sea

Cretaceous Information

The Cretaceous Period (145–66 million years ago) was the final era of the Mesozoic, marked by the dominance of dinosaurs and the rise of flowering plants. It had a warm, greenhouse climate, with high sea levels that created vast shallow inland seas. Marine life flourished, including mosasaurs, ammonites, and rudist reefs, while the land was ruled by iconic dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops, and Spinosaurus. Mammals and birds diversified, and insects thrived. The period ended with the mass extinction event, likely caused by an asteroid impact, wiping out the dinosaurs and paving the way for the rise of mammals in the Cenozoic.

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