Did you know amber comes in more than just honey-gold? Discover the stunning spectrum of amber colors, from classic yellow to rare blue, and what creates each unique hue.
When you think of amber, a warm honey-gold color likely comes to mind. But amber’s palette is far more diverse, capturing a full spectrum of sunlight within its ancient form. From elegant lemon yellows to mysterious forest greens, the color of amber tells a story about its origins and history.
What Determines Amber's Color?
The color isn't random; it's influenced by several factors:
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Tree Source:The type of ancient tree the resin came from.
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Formation Environment:Minerals, temperature, and pressure during fossilization.
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Bubble Content:Tiny bubbles within the amber can scatter light, creating a cloudy or milky appearance.
A Tour of the Amber Color Wheel
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Classic Honey & Lemon Yellow:The most common and classic colors, ranging from transparent to semi-transparent, symbolizing warmth and vitality.
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Cherry Amber:This opaque, deep red or orange-red amber gets its name from its rich color, often caused by oxidation over time.
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Green Amber:A rarer variety, its olive or yellow-green tones are typically formed when resin fossilizes in sediments rich in pyrite or other minerals.
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White Amber:Often called "Royal Amber," its creamy, buttery color is due to a dense concentration of microscopic bubbles, giving it a unique texture.
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Blue Amber:The rarest and most sought-after type, primarily from the Dominican Republic. In natural light, it may look honey-colored, but under UV light or against a dark background, it glows with an ethereal blue fluorescence.
Choosing a color is a matter of personal preference. Honey and lemon yellows are timeless and versatile, while cherry red and green offer distinctive, vintage charm.
At AMBERLIB, we curate Baltic amber in a stunning array of colors for our vintage-inspired jewelry. Discover the perfect shade for you in our Amber Pendant Collection