Lot 786
Two Large Amber Nuggets With Insects. These two large museum quality clear honey(amber) colored amber nuggets are from Colombia and contain many insects. The first 3.5X1 inch 40.6 gram specimen contains more than a dozen insects including several species of flies including two with bright red compound eyes, fleas and a couple of beetles. The second 3.35 x 1.8" 54.6 gram gem specimen contains several different species of flies, mites and beetles. The absolute age of young Colombian amber or copal cannot be determined as amber itself cannot be tested and dated, but from the quintessential amber color and hardness of these slabs and nuggets, experts suggest their age to be at least 1-5 million years old and probably much older. By using a magnifying glass the detail is amazing. Estimated Value $350 - 450
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