One of the more traditional forms of jewelry in Mexico is Mexican amber. Amber, known for its rich orange-brown color, is actually petrified tree sap from the prehistoric ages. As such, it's not uncommon to find amber, both Mexican and otherwise, with prehistoric creatures such as flies and mosquitos inside the gemstone. Mexican amber in particular is known for being from the late Oligoscene era, which occurred approximately 24 to 30 million years ago. Needless to say, the amber that comes from this region is steeped in history, even if it remained untouched until now.

During the age of the Mayans, Mexican amber was known for being an accessory for kings, queens, priests, and nobility. It was featured in silver and gold jewelry for centuries, and has even been used as a decoration for places for importance. Among many tribes, amber was used to honor fallen warriors' grave sites, as well as gods of war. It seems like amber, especially that from Chiapas, has a mystical connection to it that one really cannot quite describe unless looking into it. Perhaps this is why it is so popular in religious practices, even today.

Considering its beautiful yellow hue, it should come as no surprise that Mexican amber is treasured among collectors of both the past and the present. Mexican amber is also known as Chiapas amber, since the bulk of it comes from the beautiful region of Chiapas. Chiapas amber is also very rare. Under 1000 kilograms of the material is found every year, making it a very limited resource. However, this isn't what makes Mexican amber unique among ambers.

Mexican amber is 100% natural, which means that it isn't treated with chemicals like much of the Baltic sea amber that is currently being sold on the market. Unlike most ambers, which are often rated and marked for its purity, Mexican amber is actually known for all of the things that you can find in it. Petite flies, and ancient bugs often find their way into the petrified resin, and to a point, it is considered to be a plus. After all, the key to amber is that it's unique.

Also unlike many other forms of amber found throughout the world, Mexican amber is also known for being a closer to yellow than orange or brown. This is partially due to the species of tree that Chiapas amber is made from. Some of the amber that is found in Chiapas isn't even yellow. It's quite possible to find Mexican amber that is blood red or orange in color, and it's also possible to find it in an off white tint. In very, very rare cases, Mexican amber can be a light green, or even an electric blue hue. No matter what color you want, chances are that you will be able to find it in a piece of Mexican amber.

Women who are worried about the methods of mining Mexican amber need not be concerned. Most of the ways that it is found are completely natural and environmentally friendly. Chiapas amber is mined in a variety of ways. The most common place to find this amber is in caves in Chiapas and the surrounding region, where miners might dig or scavenge for these beautiful gems. Sometimes, amber is simply found on the ground, or in a nearby stream. However, each gemstone has its own story to tell, and that is why many people can't get enough amber. When paired with gold, Mexican amber brings the best out of women of all skin tones.

It's hard to find a reason not to like Mexican amber. It's stylish, it's natural, and it also has a history that makes every woman feel like a goddess when they don a bracelet that showcases the material. Made for heirloom quality jewelry, it's easy to see why so many women are snapping up necklaces, bracelets, anklets, and earrings with this stunning gemstone as a centerpiece. Still, the price of Mexican amber is expected to go up as supplies for the years continue to dwindle. This means that you should buy these stunning gemstones now before it's too late. Isn't it time that you buy some for yourself?