• Location: Lithuania (Baltic Sea)
• Weight: 8.4g
• Dimensions: 4.7 x 3.1 x 1.3 cm
• Hole diameter for threading a string or chain: 0.4 cm
• DETAILED DESCRIPTION

Lithuanian amber, often called Baltic amber, is one of the most sought-after and precious types of amber in the world. It originated from the resin of ancient pines that grew in the regions surrounding the Baltic Sea approximately 44–54 million years ago. Properties and appearance Lithuanian amber is known for its distinctive appearance, often ranging from light to dark yellow, with warm honey or orange hues. Darker varieties also exist — from brown to almost black — and rarer varieties that appear almost white or greenish. Thanks to its high succinic acid content (up to about 8%), Baltic amber is considered of superior quality compared to other types. It often contains natural inclusions such as air bubbles, plant fragments, or small insects, which significantly increase its collector's and aesthetic value. Collection and processing Industrial extraction of amber is not currently practiced in Lithuania to the extent seen, for example, in the Kaliningrad region. Instead, amber in Lithuania is traditionally collected along the Baltic Sea coast, especially near the cities of Palanga, Klaipėda, and Šventoji, where ocean waves wash it ashore — most commonly after storms. However, Lithuania is an important center for amber processing and is recognized worldwide for its production of amber jewelry. Raw amber is first sorted by size, color, and quality, then cut, sanded, and polished. This process highlights the natural texture, luster, and unique character of each stone.