{"product_id":"burma-amber-rough-500g-lapidary","title":"Natural Rough Burma Amber — 500g Lapidary Parcel | Untreated Burmese Amber for Cabbing, Faceting \u0026 Carving","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003e500-gram parcel of natural rough Burma Amber\u003c\/strong\u003e, sourced from Myanmar. The parcel is a mixed-size lot with individual pieces ranging from approximately 10 to 50 grams, supplied as-is in raw, uncut form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material shown in the photos is representative of what you will receive. Colors across the parcel range from \u003cstrong\u003ebright orange-amber to deep cognac and reddish-brown\u003c\/strong\u003e, with translucency varying from clear windowed sections to darker, more opaque cortex areas. When held to light, many pieces reveal a warm red-orange interior glow — a characteristic trait of quality Burmese amber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003euntreated, natural amber\u003c\/strong\u003e with no heat enhancement or artificial coloring. Surface texture is resinous with natural flow lines, fracture planes, and occasional cortex patches — all consistent with genuine rough amber from this origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParcel Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burma Amber (Burmite)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Rough \/ Lapidary Rough\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Myanmar (Burma)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiece Size Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~10 to 50 grams per piece (mixed lot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange, Cognac Brown, Reddish-Brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good to Very Good (translucent to semi-transparent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw \/ Uncut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e None — fully natural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabbing, Faceting, Carving, Beading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Burma Amber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurmese amber (also called Burmite) is a fossilized tree resin with a geological age estimated at 99 million years, making it among the oldest amber deposits commercially available. Myanmar's Hukawng Valley is the primary source. The material is valued by lapidaries for its workability — it cuts and polishes well, accepts a high resin gloss, and produces warm, glowing cabochons. It is also used for faceting when clarity permits, and for carving due to its relatively consistent hardness (Mohs ~2–2.5).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieces in this parcel are suitable for a range of lapidary applications. Clearer, more translucent pieces are best suited for faceting or cabbing; darker, more opaque pieces work well for carving or decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How hard is Burma Amber, and can it be faceted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmber has a Mohs hardness of approximately 2 to 2.5, making it relatively soft compared to most gemstones. It can be faceted, but requires low-speed equipment and fine abrasives to avoid heat damage or cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I tell if rough amber is genuine before cutting it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA simple saltwater float test is commonly used — genuine amber floats in saturated saltwater while most plastics and glass imitations sink. UV light can also reveal a characteristic blue-green fluorescence in natural amber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does Burma Amber contain inclusions, and does that affect its value?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBurmese amber frequently contains plant matter, air bubbles, or occasionally insect inclusions, which are considered scientifically and aesthetically significant. Pieces with clear, identifiable inclusions typically command higher collector value, while inclusion-free material is preferred for faceting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkmarketgems","offers":[{"title":"Orange \/ Burma","offer_id":50711119200545,"sku":"rgems-0034","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/5D13B616-39E1-4A8C-95E2-9B90FD84CBCC.jpg?v=1734725943","url":"https:\/\/www.folkmarketgems.com\/products\/burma-amber-rough-500g-lapidary","provider":"Folkmarketgems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}