Adult Amber Jewellery

The Historic Uses Of Baltic Amber Jewellery

Unlike regular amber, Baltic Amber (also known as Succinite) is a type of amber that can only be found in Northern Europe, where it was once a regular and highly valued trade commodity. Here it was more than just a modern fashion statement, it was a homeopathic product that was used for centuries as a source of natural healing, as well as a remedy for the treatment of countless ailments, aches and pains.

In ancient Rome, for instance, it was once used as a way to protect against disease, while in eastern countries like Lithuania it served to ward off evil spirits. At this time it was usually caught in nets from boats, and later with a form of dredging where Baltic Amber was scraped from the seabed with a large hook or collected from the shore. Nowadays, these older Baltic Amber collection techniques have given way to more modern mining methods.

Succinic Acid - Baltic Amber's Secret Ingredient

Baltic Amber's historic healing properties can be traced back to Succinic Acid, which has been used as a natural antibiotic and anti-inflammatory agent for hundreds - if not thousands - of years. Though nowadays you're more likely to find it used in various foods and beverages as a sweetener.

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