Dominican and Mexican (Chiapas) Amber With Insects

Single Sumatran Chunks - 1/2 off sale

There’s something almost magical about holding a piece of ancient time in your hand—and that’s exactly what Sumatran amber offers. Formed millions of years ago in the lush, tropical forests of Sumatra, this amber often glows with rich honey, cognac, and deep dark tones. Whether you’re a collector, a jewelry maker, or simply someone who appreciates natural beauty, Sumatran amber is both a conversation piece and a connection to Earth’s distant past.

And right now, there’s never been a better time to own one. For a limited time, everything is 50% off, making these rare and beautiful pieces surprisingly affordable. Opportunities like this don’t come often—once these pieces are gone, they’re gone. Treat yourself (or someone else) to a genuine piece of ancient history at a price that makes it impossible to pass up.

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15 Sticks per pack, $0.72 per pack!

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Female Mosquito

Prepare to own a true natural marvel — an exceptionally rare piece of genuine Chiapas amber from the famed amber-bearing region of Simojovel, Mexico, beautifully preserving a perfect mosquito (Family Culicidae) suspended in golden fossilized resin.

Imagine this scene: deep in a lush Miocene forest, a small mammal brushes against fresh, sticky tree resin—perhaps pausing for just a second. That fleeting contact leaves behind a trace of its existence… and that trace is now preserved forever. This remarkable piece of Chiapas amber captures that exact moment, preserving numerous strands of authentic mammalian hair in stunning detail after roughly 20 million years.

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This termite bug, Termitaradus protera sp. n. (Termitaphididae: Hemiptera) from Mexican amber, represents the second known fossil of this family. From its presumed host, a worker of the basal termite, Toastmaster electrodominicus. The hypothesis that the family Termitaphididae is ancient and inhabited Pangaea is disputed in favor of a much more recent, Tertiary origin. It is suggested, in fact, that termitaphidids are highly modified Aradidae, possibly derived from Mezirinae.

All the described species of Termitaphididae have been found only in nests of termites. Fossil Termitaphididae in Dominican amber are very rare and in Dominican amber, only three preserved have been found.

This is shaped more like a tusk, about 1.75 inches long and a bit more than 1/4 inch wide. It is very clear and very impressive. On the ventral side, posterior are what look like legs and then there is something else (I don't have a clue what they are.)

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Interesting short article on mating termites.

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Here is something you almost never see — a rare tick preserved in genuine Burmese amber, beautifully shaped into a polished cabochon. Ticks are extraordinarily uncommon in amber deposits of any age, making this specimen a true collector’s prize. The tick is good sized and appears engorged, adding a dramatic and scientifically fascinating detail that immediately captures attention. Click on the image to go to the page.

Flip this black light on and suddenly the ordinary becomes extraordinary. With 14 bright UV LEDs, this little powerhouse turns a dark room into a glowing world of hidden colors and fluorescent surprises. Minerals pop, fabrics shine, artwork transforms — and yes, amber reveals its secrets. It’s the kind of tool you switch on “just to check one thing,” and then suddenly you’re exploring everything in the room because it’s simply fun to use. Only $9.90! This is a very good price for a black light. (Was $15.00)

Mating Planthoppers

This is a truly exceptional piece of Chiapas amber, capturing a rare and intimate moment frozen in time—two planthoppers (family Delphacidae) preserved in the act of mating (in-copuli). Behavioral inclusions like this are extraordinarily scarce; while single insects are common, seeing a complete, natural interaction between two individuals is what elevates a specimen from interesting to remarkable. Both insects are impressively large—nearly 1/4 inch each—making them easy to observe and appreciate without magnification. Their positioning is clear and unmistakable, offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient life that unfolded millions of years ago.

Here it is - Amphipods - As rare as it gets.

From Nature, July 16, 2026:

World's Oldest Amber Comes From a World 150 Million Years Before Dinosaurs

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Left: Picture of Doug Lundberg and Jorge Caridad in a fossil shop, Tucson, Arizona. Mr. Caridad is the owner of the Amber World Museum in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.

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Picture on right: Wolfgang Weitschat, Kazimieras Mizgiris and Doug Lundberg

A View from Amberica West This is a view of the rocky mountains. You can see Pikes Peak in the background and the
United States Air Force Academy somewhere near the middle.

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