Amber: Legend says that long ago, pieces of the sun broke off as it set into the ocean. When they cooled, they formed chunks of Amber, "The Gold of the Sea". It is actually the fossilized resin from a species of extinct pine tree. The Greek name for Amber was a word meaning "electron." This stone has the ability to produce a charge of negative electrons and to attract light particles to it when rubbed. This pyrolectric property, which causes Amber to generate heat quickly and effectively, may be a factor in its medicinal use. Amber is said to be effective in relieving sore throats and minor infections. ~***~ (The above is from "Ancient Legends of Gems and Jewels", created by Alda Marian Jangl and James Francis Jangl, Prisma Press Publications - © A&J Jangl, 1985 - available for only $3.95 at amazon.com with limited availability.) The above is for entertainment purposes only! We at Arizona Indian Jewelry do not make any such claims to the above statements. Thank You ! ~***~ We have a large selection of merchandise on sale, use the coupon feb30 and Save an Additional 30% OFF orders over $60. The coupon box is located on the check-out page. FREE SHIPPING on orders Over $100 (after any discounts/coupons) applies to US orders only, see shipping for more details! Welcome | About Us | Free Shipping* | Contact Us | The Artisans | Customer Comments | Gemstone Info | Return Policy | Index | Telephone Orders | International Orders | Checks/Money Orders Our Thanks to ABC World News for listing our affiliate store on the "Made In America" map. For an additional selection of jewelry and gifts made in America, Visit our affiliate store: Bearlanders Trading Co < click here. Click Here to E-Mail Us: ArizonaIndianJewelry@cox.net National Museum of the American Indian Images do not represent the actual size of Jewelry Items © 2000-2012 Arizona Indian Jewelry - All rights reserved