{"title":"Amber","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmber is a fossilised tree resin that is millions of years old. It is valued for its beauty, unique properties, and its historical significance. Amber can vary in color from yellow to orange, brown, green, and even blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the major sources of European amber are the Baltic region (including Russia, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, and Poland). The type of amber and its age can vary depending on the location where it was found. For example, Baltic amber is believed to be the oldest and most valuable, dating back to around 44 million years ago, while Dominican amber is relatively younger, dating back to around 25-40 million years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA kunstkammer, also known as a \"cabinet of curiosities,\" is a type of collection that was popular in Europe in the 16th and 17th centuries. It was a place where rare and exotic objects, such as natural specimens, scientific instruments, and works of art were displayed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmber was often included in kunstkammers as a natural specimen and a work of art. The unique properties of amber, such as its ability to preserve insects and other small organisms, made it a valuable addition to these collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is possible to find amber in a kunstkammer, as it was a popular item in these collections. However, it would depend on the specific collection and the taxonomy of the collection. Besides Kunstkammers, amber is used to embellish and decorate the decorative arts for example the amber room and numerous amber cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chinese-carved-amber-gold-mounted-necklace","title":"Chinese Carved Amber Gold Mounted Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eChina, circa 1880\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmber, the fossilised resin of ancient trees, has held deep cultural and spiritual significance in China for centuries. Prized for its warm golden hues, amber symbolises the \"soul\" or \"life force\" in traditional Chinese belief systems. Its natural translucency represents purity and truth, while its reputed healing properties earned it a place in traditional Chinese medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nwtiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51236198449489,"sku":"13452","price":26000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/background-editor_output_5026789a-57bb-4a05-a010-59dfa8c5695c.png?v=1749534532"},{"product_id":"bohemian-carlsbad-spa-box","title":"Bohemian Carlsbad Spa Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eBohemian Hardstone Inlaid Rosewood And White Metal Casket Box\u003cbr\u003eBohemia, circa 1870\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 12.5 cms (5 ins)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 16 cms (6.3 ins)\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 11.5 cms (4.5 ins)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exceptional 19th century antique casket originates from Carlsbad, a spa town in the west Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. The town is officially known as Karlovy Vary and gained fame as a destination during the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts piping hot springs drew tourists from across Europe to ‘take the waters’ and their health benefits. The highly figured stones used on this box were locally sourced and are specific to the hot mineral rich springs of Carlsbad. Close inspection will reveal layer on layer of fine mineral deposits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nwtiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51290600997201,"sku":"4304","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/s715307709555333464_p720_i1_w2500.jpg?v=1750688423"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/collections\/1000046680.png?v=1749885536","url":"https:\/\/nwtiques.com\/collections\/amber.oembed","provider":"Nicholas Wells Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}