Vintage Natural Genuine Amber Necklace With Polished Irregular Beads

Length: 25 inches 🌍 Amber: The Gem of Antiquity Amber is one of the world’s oldest treasures, older than gemstones themselves. Formed from fossilized tree resin millions of years ago, it was revered by ancient civilizations as a substance that carried both beauty and mystery. In Neolithic Europe, amber beads were worn as protective amulets. By the time of the Roman Empire, amber was considered more valuable than gold and traveled along the famous Amber Road, linking the Baltic to the Mediterranean. 🔥 The Power of the “Burning Stone” The name "amber" derives from the Arabic anbar and the Greek elektron, meaning "electric," because when rubbed, amber produces static electricity. Throughout history, this glowing “fire stone” was believed to contain the sun’s life force—a symbol of warmth, healing, and eternal vitality. In the Middle Ages, it was prized for its supposed medicinal powers, carried as a charm against illness and misfortune. 💎 Craftsmanship & Style This necklace is strung with natural, irregularly shaped amber beads, polished yet retaining their organic essence. Their rich, deep cherry-brown hue reflects a vintage aesthetic popular in the mid-20th century, when organic forms and natural materials were celebrated in fashion. Unlike modern uniform cuts, these amber nuggets preserve the raw beauty of ancient adornments, echoing the styles worn for millennia.