Baltic Amber Inclusion Specimen
Indeterminate insect / botanical inclusions cf. Diptera / plant debris • Body fossil / Amber inclusion, Invertebrate / Plant material
Geological Period
Paleogene (Eocene)
Estimated Age
33 to 56 million years
Preservation Type
Three-dimensional amber preservation (fossil resin inclusion with soft-tissue fidelity)
Condition Assessment
Good condition, polished on multiple facets, though internal inclusions are partially obscured by resin cloudiness and internal fractures
Taxonomic Classification
Phylum Arthropoda, Class Insecta / Phylum Tracheophyta (mixed amber inclusions)
Morphological Description
Polished amber cabochon revealing internal organic particulate matter, faint obscured silhouettes of insect appendages, and internal flow lines characteristic of fossilized tree resin.
Rock Matrix
Fossilized tree resin (succinite amber) with polished surfaces, lacking traditional mineral rock matrix
Formation & Location
Baltic amber region, primarily coastal deposits around the Baltic Sea (Eocene amber-producing forests)
Size & Dimensions
Approximately 2 to 3 cm in maximum length, typical for small polished amber cabochons with insect inclusions
Value & Rarity
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 USD
Auction Estimate
$40 - $120 USD
Rarity Assessment
Common, as Baltic amber with general organic inclusions is widely available on the market
Scientific Significance
Provides direct evidence of Eocene forest ecosystems, micro-climates, and ancient symbiotic relationships between flora and fauna
Preparation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight, extreme heat, and organic solvents like alcohol or acetone; store in stable humidity and temperature conditions, ideally in a padded display box
Notable Features
Warm honey-brown to dark amber coloration with rich internal swirls, particulate debris, and potential microscopic biological remains trapped within the resin matrix