Amber with Inclusions. Hymenaea protera. Miocene. Dominican Republic. 1.56 x 1.07 x 0.36 inches (3.95 x 2.71 x 0.92 cm)...

Description

Amber with Inclusions
Hymenaea protera
Miocene
Dominican Republic
1.56 x 1.07 x 0.36 inches (3.95 x 2.71 x 0.92 cm)

While the accompanying plastic magnification box helps to prominently display this incredible dollop of fossilized tree resin, it is almost not necessary given the number and size of significant inclusions within the amazing Amber specimen. The dark yellow oval is full of ancient winged insects which dominate the clear polished specimen. The thin example is impressive with prehistoric "bugs" visible from either side.

[Scale: 1 inch, with mark at 1 cm]



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