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Baltic amber with unidentified insect inclusions – eocene fossilised resin – genuine specimen from baltic sea – grade c with certificate
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Baltic amber with unidentified insect inclusions – eocene fossilised resin – genuine specimen from baltic sea – grade c with certificate

£21.60

All of our Fossils are 100% Genuine Specimens & come with a Certificate of Authenticity

Specimen: Baltic Amber with Gnat Inclusion

Age: Eocene

Location: Baltic Sea

Size (picture scale cube=1cm):  14 x 10 x 3mm

Grade: C

 

This is 56-33.9 million year old Baltic amber which houses an inclusion.

Amber inclusions are unfortunate animals, insects, plants etc. that 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 in the ground 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!

GRADE ‘C’: Amber pieces contain good quality inclusions that will require the aid of a magnifying lens to be viewed in great detail.

**We would always suggest using a magnifying aid to view your specimen to truly appreciate the inclusions stunning detail. Amber inclusions can include such specimens as flies, gnats, midges, beetles, wasps, ants, spiders, cockroach’s, seeds, plants & more!

 

**The items photo shows the actual specimen you will receive**

**Please note the following:

1) This items picture will change once we update the listing to a new replacement specimen after this specific item has been sold, this action will cause the picture in your purchase history to also change to the new image.

2) The picture will also change if you’ve had the item in your basket for a while and someone else buys it during that period (having items stored in your basket does not remove that listing from the view of other customers, meaning it will still be active on eBay).

 

3) We would suggest saving, or taking a screenshot of the items image as soon as you have purchased it for your own records of comparison for once the item has been received in the post. We also keep a record of every image we upload.

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Description

This listing features a 100% genuine Baltic Amber specimen from the Eocene Epoch, dating back approximately 56 to 33.9 million years ago. This fossilised tree resin contains visible unidentified insect inclusions, beautifully captured in translucent amber.

Amber is not tree sap but fossilised resin secreted by prehistoric trees. Millions of years ago, this sticky resin trapped tiny animals and plant fragments. Over time, it hardened into copal through polymerisation, and then slowly transformed into true amber under heat and pressure. This process preserved the inclusions in astonishing detail—offering a glimpse into a long-lost ecosystem.

The specimen comes from the Baltic Sea region, renowned as one of the richest amber-producing areas on Earth. Baltic amber is especially significant due to the quality and quantity of well-preserved inclusions—providing valuable insights into Eocene flora and fauna.

Grade C amber typically includes:

  • Good-quality inclusions that may be small or partially obscured
  • Inclusions that are best viewed using a magnifying glass or loupe

We highly recommend using a magnifying aid to truly appreciate the intricate features of the trapped insect(s).

Amber inclusions may feature:

  • Flies
  • Gnats
  • Beetles
  • Ants
  • Wasps
  • Spiders
  • Plant seeds and fragments
  • Other unidentified microfauna

Item Details:

  • Specimen: Baltic Amber with unidentified Insect Inclusions
  • Age: Eocene Epoch (~56–33.9 million years ago)
  • Location: Baltic Sea Region
  • Grade: C – Inclusion(s) may require magnification to view clearly
  • Condition: Naturally fossilised resin with visible insect inclusion(s)
  • Scale Reference: Scale cube = 1cm. See photo for full sizing
  • Certificate of Authenticity: Included with every purchase
  • Actual Specimen: The photo shows the exact item you will receive

Please Note:

  1. Some images may show items propped up for photography.
  2. Once this specimen is sold, the listing photo will change to a new item, which may also update the image in your purchase history. We recommend saving or screenshotting the photo at the time of purchase.
  3. Having the item in your cart does not reserve it—another customer may purchase it first.
  4. Refer to the 1cm scale cube in the image and item description for exact measurements. Save these details for future reference.

This is a beautiful and scientifically significant piece of prehistory, ideal for fossil collectors, teachers, students, and natural history enthusiasts alike.

100% Genuine Fossil – Professionally Selected – Certificate of Authenticity Included

 

Additional information

Weight 10 g
Origin

Dominican Republic
Era

Miocene

Miocene Information

The Miocene Epoch (23–5.3 million years ago) was a time of major climatic and ecological change, shaping many of today’s ecosystems. The climate was generally warmer and drier, but it gradually cooled as ice sheets expanded in Antarctica. This shift led to the spread of grasslands and savannas, replacing many ancient forests and driving the evolution of grazing mammals like early horses, antelope, and elephants. Ape species diversified, with some moving toward more ground-dwelling lifestyles, setting the stage for early hominins. Marine life thrived, with giant sharks like Megalodon ruling the oceans. The Miocene laid the foundation for modern ecosystems, with many plant and animal groups adapting to the drier, open landscapes that became dominant.

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