Description
Amber is fossilized tree resin, and strictly speaking, not a mineral at all. There is plastic or reconstituted ‘amber’ being sold as true amber. True amber will float in a saturated salt solution while amber substitutes will sink. When rubbed, amber develops a charge of static electricity.
Mineral Information
Hardness: 2.5
Rarity: Common
Astrological And Related Info
Sign: Leo and Aquarius
Crystal Information
Amber has strong connections with the earth and is a grounding stone for higher energies. It absorbs negative energies and then changes them into positive energies that stimulate healing. Amber is a powerful chakra cleanser and healer, and can protect against psychic attacks. Lighter colored amber is useful for mental cleansing and healing, while the dark red helps most with regeneration healing.
