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People adore amber for its natural healing qualities, but distinguishing genuine amber from imitations is crucial. True amber, formed over millions of years from pine tree resin, boasts a deep yellow hue and a warm, wax-like touch. Here are 7 imitations to steer clear of: 𝟭) 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗶𝗻 Derived from milk and transformed into a plastic-like material, casein resembles cloudy yellow amber but is heavier. When burned, it emits a distinct plastic smell. 𝟮) 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗶𝗱 Visually akin to amber, celluloid is inflammable and burns with a plastic smell. It is slightly denser than genuine amber. 𝟯) 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝗮𝗹 A fake made from tree resin, copal often includes natural inclusions and insects for a more authentic appearance. It tends to deteriorate quickly at lower temperatures, melting instead of burning, with a noticeable sweet scent. 𝟰) 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 Glass-made amber is colder to the touch, fireproof, scratchproof (with metal or steel), and denser compared to real amber. 𝟱) 𝗞𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗶 𝗚𝘂𝗺 Resembling copal, Kauri Gum shares similar features in appearance, insects, and inclusions. Fake insects can be added by drilling a hole or cracking. Genuine insects in real amber are black, never colorful, and may have a white residue. 𝟲) 𝗣𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗻 With a smooth, oval shape and a color similar to amber, phenolic resin lacks the characteristic resin smell when burned, unlike genuine amber. 𝟳) 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 (𝗣𝗼𝗹𝘆𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲, 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝘆𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿) Modern plastics like polystyrene and polyester mimic amber. They may include inclusions and emit a plastic smell when burned. For authentic amber, trust Baltic Essentials. Our wide selection ensures you get genuine pieces, allowing you to experience the true magic of Baltic amber. Visit us at: https://www.balticessentials.com/