Everything You Need to Know About Baltic Amber

If you look at jewelry throughout history, you’ll notice that there are endless natural, organic materials out there known for beauty and style. But did you know that many are believed to have unique qualities that could be beneficial to you? With some known for energy-boosting properties and others thought to help help with body aches, healing crystals and minerals are popular worldwide for their spiritual properties. One of our favorite substances is Baltic amber.

What is Baltic Amber?

Baltic amber is an organic substance that is produced by pine trees. It was first discovered in Northern Europe and spanned from southern regions of Scandinavia to nearby regions of the bed of the Baltic Sea. As the climate in those areas grew warmer, the pine trees started to emit resin in large amounts. That resin turned out to be Baltic amber.

Natural amber itself is made up of 79% carbon, 10.5% hydrogen, and 10.5% oxygen. The color of natural amber ranges from bright yellow to dark yellow or brownish-orange. This depends on the age of the amber and where it’s found. Baltic amber has softer qualities, as it ranks right around 2.0 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. One fun fact about it is that it floats in salt water, but sinks in freshwater!

Popular Types of Baltic Amber Jewelry

If this organic and eternally gorgeous material has caught your eye, look no further than the many jewelry options we have to offer. Whether you’re finding a gift for a girlfriend in your life or searching for a treat yourself present, we have a variety of beautiful healing amber designs to choose from:

• Rings
• Bracelets
• Necklaces
• Pendants
• Earrings

The Many Uses of Baltic Amber

With a glowing hue and a long-lasting beauty, Baltic amber has far more uses than you may think:

• Unique jewelry
• Teething relief
• Creating perfumes
• Healing amber properties
• Stylish home décor

Styling Baltic Amber Jewelry

There is no better "go-to gift" than jewelry! Whether it's a bracelet, a pair of earrings, or a necklace, there is a piece of powerful healing crystal jewelry out there for everyone. On the Hawaiian Islands, there is a focus on handmade jewelry. It can sometimes be a challenge to find the perfect handmade piece, but when you do, it means you’ve found something unique. We recommend choosing a Hawaiian healing amber gift when you're looking for a jewelry gift for someone you care about.

Those that make jewelry in Hawaii have a love for Baltic amber! From a multi-colored Baltic amber bracelet to a striking natural amber pendant, each piece can be styled in versatile and beautiful ways. Since natural amber can be found in a wide rainbow of colors, every design uses different naturally formed shades to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. Pair them with a cream sweater and brown boots if it’s cold out, or with a white shirt and gold sandals if it’s warm. It can pull an outfit together in a simple yet fashionable way.

How to Soothe Sore Gums with Baltic Amber

One of the more difficult stages in a parent’s life is when their baby starts growing teeth. This is a painful experience for any child, as the tooth is pushing through their little gums. Babies tend to want to gnaw on anything they can get their hands on during this time, which is why natural amber teething rings were created.

While normal teething rings are a safe outlet for a child’s chewing, they don’t always calm the baby down. Baltic amber teething necklaces were introduced to help with this. Unlike teething rings and toys found in typical retail stores, natural amber necklaces are not meant to be chewed; instead, they should be worn against the skin. The idea is for the amber to help soothe the infant. While the main point of the natural amber necklaces is to calm teething babies, they can also be used for those suffering from colic. To put it simply, Baltic amber teething necklaces are a parent’s best friend!

Please note that while we love Baltic amber teething necklaces, a baby should always be supervised when wearing one, and the necklace should be removed when the child is unattended.

Creating Elegant Perfume with Natural Amber

When it’s not being formed into dazzling jewelry pendants, amber is a popular ingredient for perfume. Baltic amber perfumes give off a sweet yet woody and earthy scent. Ambergris perfume is perhaps the most famous example of this, retailing for a high price, but many brands and artists have added amber to their scents as well. The natural amber found in other perfumes can mimic this famous ambergris blend at a slightly lower cost, making for a fantastic alternative.

Baltic Amber in Folk Medicine

Folk medicine is a fancy phrase for traditional medicine, which means treating diseases or injuries naturally rather than based on modern scientific practice. Usually, this utilizes plants and other natural sources as medicine alternatives. Throughout history, natural amber has been sought after for more than style—it’s a trusted medical remedy.

This organic substance can be used as an antibiotic to support the body’s immune system. It heals and stimulates tissue revitalization, as well as helps relieve ailments of the stomach, respiratory system and lungs, endocrine system, spine, thyroid, spleen, and neurological system. Moving away from the physical health focus, Baltic amber also helps with mental clarity, mood balance, and confidence. If you can’t clear your mind by being at the beach, purchasing a Hawaiian gift for yourself that contains amber might be the next best thing!

Baltic amber is known for its healing properties, which is why it was, and still is, used in the natural medicine world. In Hawaii, there is a focus on the body, mind, and spirit — which pair perfectly with Baltic amber’s healing characteristics. Looking for a Hawaiian gift for the essential oil-loving friend in your life? Look no further than Baltic amber.

As you can tell, Baltic healing amber is quite the hidden gem. We at Whaler’s Locker believe more and more people should know about this incredible substance and all it has to offer! The easiest way to get your hands on it right away is through jewelry. Beautiful and healing, amber rings, necklaces, as well as plenty of other unique Hawaiian gifts, can all be found on our website.