{"product_id":"yellow-amber-with-insect-inclusion-dominican-republic-1","title":"Yellow Amber with Insect Inclusion – Dominican Republic","description":"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis polished yellow amber specimen from the Dominican Republic contains a clearly visible insect inclusion accompanied by scattered dark organic debris. Its curved, flame-like profile and transparent pale-yellow body deepen to warm honey-gold and orange along the thicker lower edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMineral \/ Specimen Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow amber with insect inclusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dominican Republic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished freeform fossil resin with a curved, tapered display profile, internal flow features, fine fissures, and organic inclusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent pale yellow to honey gold with richer golden-orange areas near the base and margins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uncommon as an individual collector specimen due to the visible insect inclusion; Dominican amber itself is commercially available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–2.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resinous with a glossy polished surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variable organic fossil resin; commonly approximated as C\u003csub\u003e10\u003c\/sub\u003eH\u003csub\u003e16\u003c\/sub\u003eO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miniature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 × 1.3 × 4.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 g (amber only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal \/ Display Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55.4 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Amber\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmber is fossilized plant resin rather than a crystalline mineral, so it is classified as an organic mineraloid and has no single fixed chemical formula. With a Mohs hardness of approximately 2–2.5, amber is relatively soft and should be protected from scratching, heat, solvents, and prolonged strong light; specimens containing insects or other organic material are especially valued as records of material trapped within ancient resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTraditional \u0026amp; Metaphysical Associations\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn crystal and folk traditions, amber is associated with warmth, optimism, preservation, and a connection to the natural world. It is often kept as a contemplative display object or used during meditation and intention-setting, while inclusions may symbolize memory and continuity. \u003cem\u003eMetaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy This Specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe upright, flame-like silhouette gives this piece a distinctive display presence, while its clear golden body allows the dark insect and surrounding organic particles to remain visible. Multiple viewing angles reveal shifting color depth, internal textures, and additional inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact specimen pictured.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral Treasury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53366787342703,"sku":"MT-0043","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/7563\/6335\/files\/dominican-yellow-amber-insect-front_ce5fbcdf-141a-445d-9e28-d74f08a711fb.jpg?v=1787790478","url":"https:\/\/mineraltreasury.com\/products\/yellow-amber-with-insect-inclusion-dominican-republic-1","provider":"Mineral Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}