Honey amber

Honey amber is very often mislabeled as cognac amber and vice versa. And although these two types of amber look similar honey amber is much lighter in color than cognac. Honey amber which is a fossilized tree resin resembles the color of gold and it has been used by jewelers for ages. It is estimated that first amber jewelry was made as early as about 30 000 years ago. Used by ancient man for adornment, amber still remains highly praised and sought after material used for making jewelry or ornamental objects.

The beauty of honey amber is undeniable. Warm, rich color or gold honey draws the eye of amber jewelry lovers. Amber jewelry made with honey amber is popular and jewelry stores specializing in amber usually offer hundreds of designs featuring honey amber. Honey amber usually comes from Baltic region which is very well known for high quality amber and beautiful amber jewelry.

Honey amber is usually combined with silver or gold and sometimes stainless steel. Amber jewelry made with honey amber is easy to care for but we need to remember about a few simple rules. Amber is a soft, delicate material that should never be cleaned in ultrasonic cleaners or steam cleaners. Make up, hair spray, and perfume should be applied before putting on any amber jewelry to keep its porous surface from turning milky. Cleaning with warm water and a soft cloth and polishing with olive oil will bring out its glow. Jewelry made with honey amber includes: earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets, pins, rings or cufflinks.