Original Message:   P.S.—Root Amber

August 2023 In the intervening years it has been revealed that the source of "root amber," as exploited by Chinese manufacturers, is BORNEO (!). On my two trips to Borneo (2010 and 2015) I had hoped to consult with anyone who might know more about this amber (geologically and historically), but I was not able to find anyone who was conversant. Also, about five years ago, a new source of SE Asian amber has been discovered and exploited. This is located in Sumatra--and the material has much in-common with Borneo root amber; including material that is a combination of dark translucent resin and pale opaque resin. They are calling their material "zebra amber," because it tends to be layered and present "stripes"--rather than being blotchy (like Chinese/Borneo root amber). Copyright 2024 All rights reserved by Bead Collector Network and its users

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