What Is Russian Amber? What Effects Does It Have on Humans?

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Thanks to coniferous trees that lived abundantly since the primitive era tens of millions of years ago, Russia today is famous for a type of “blood diamond” – Russian amber. The following article will help you better understand this amber. Understand its origin as well as its characteristics, properties, and effects on the human body.

Russian amber – things to know about Russia’s “blood diamond”

What is Russian amber?

This is a type of amber originating from Russia. It is usually mined in the village of Yantarny in Kaliningrad Oblast.

This amber factory in Kaliningrad Oblast was established in 1947. By early 2014, under the order of Russian President Vladimir Putin, it was transferred to a state corporation. And classified as contributed assets of the Russian Federation.

Amber from the Kaliningrad factory supplies up to 90% of amber reserves worldwide. Statistics show that up to 450 tons of amber are mined here each year. And it is predicted that mining can continue for another 100 years.

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Why is amber compared to a blood diamond?

Amber is dubbed the “blood diamond” of the land of white birches because of the value it brings. First of all, Russia has extremely large amber reserves, enough to meet the needs of all social classes. Meanwhile, a series of amber mines around the world stopped operating long ago.

Moreover, with an age of about 50 million years, amber mined in Russia is of very good quality. It is estimated that the value of each amber piece is equivalent to a gold bar of the same weight. Not to mention more than 1000 types of insect and reptile fossils found in Russian amber. They help elevate the value of this gemstone worldwide.

Since the Tsarist era, amber was used as a gift for emperors and other ruling leaders. A series of products have been found in archaeological excavations. Today, amber is used in a wide range of jewelry such as Russian amber bracelets, amber pendants, Russian amber rings, …

Amber bracelet – a magical feng shui jewelry item

Russian amber bracelets are products crafted from amber and are very commonly used. For many centuries, they have been associated with luxury, attraction, and mystery.

What are the effects of amber bracelets?

In terms of spiritual feng shui, amber bracelets have the effect of warding off negative energy. Thereby bringing luck to the user. At the same time, they help the relationships around them become more durable. The wearer’s spirit also becomes more relaxed and cheerful.

From the perspective of modern science, amber bracelets can release succinic acid. When the bracelet comes into direct contact with the warmth of the wrist, this acid will enter the body through the sweat glands.Not only does it have effects such as: reducing pain for babies during teething, enhancing resistance and the immune system. Amber bracelets from Russia also improve arthritis, headaches, stress…

How much does a Russian amber bracelet cost?

The price of a Russian amber bracelet depends on its color, age, hardness, and transparency. In addition, cracks, air bubbles inside, as well as fossils of insects and reptiles trapped within it… are also important factors. Specifically, in the Vietnamese market today, amber bracelets are sold at prices ranging from 1 to 5 million VND.