Cognac Baltic Amber Teardrop Pendant
This item is a pear-shaped or teardrop-shaped pendant featuring a large polished amber gemstone. The amber exhibits a rich, translucent 'cognac' or honey-orange hue with significant internal inclusions. These inclusions include characteristic 'sun spangles' (circular stress flakes) and internal fractures that create a complex, multi-dimensional visual texture when light passes through the material. The amber is smoothly polished into a cabochon finish, though some minor surface abrasions are visible upon close inspection, consistent with gentle use. It is suspended by a small gold-toned metal bail (likely yellow gold or gold-plated) attached via a jump ring through a small drill hole at the apex of the teardrop. No visible maker's marks or stamps are discernible on the small bail from this angle. The craftsmanship shows a high-quality polish and a naturalistic aesthetic typical of mid-20th-century to contemporary Baltic amber jewelry styles. The piece serves as a classic example of fossilized resin used in personal adornment, prized for its organic origins and warm color palette.
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Estimated Value
$125.00 - $185.00
Basic Information
Category
Fine Jewelry / Gemstones
Appraised On
March 24, 2026
Estimated Value
$125.00 - $185.00
Item Description
This item is a pear-shaped or teardrop-shaped pendant featuring a large polished amber gemstone. The amber exhibits a rich, translucent 'cognac' or honey-orange hue with significant internal inclusions. These inclusions include characteristic 'sun spangles' (circular stress flakes) and internal fractures that create a complex, multi-dimensional visual texture when light passes through the material. The amber is smoothly polished into a cabochon finish, though some minor surface abrasions are visible upon close inspection, consistent with gentle use. It is suspended by a small gold-toned metal bail (likely yellow gold or gold-plated) attached via a jump ring through a small drill hole at the apex of the teardrop. No visible maker's marks or stamps are discernible on the small bail from this angle. The craftsmanship shows a high-quality polish and a naturalistic aesthetic typical of mid-20th-century to contemporary Baltic amber jewelry styles. The piece serves as a classic example of fossilized resin used in personal adornment, prized for its organic origins and warm color palette.
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