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Burmese Amber With Snail Shell

About the Item

This genuine Burmese amber specimen dates back approximately 99 million years and contains a fully preserved snail shell with associated debris. It formed during the Late Cretaceous period, so long ago that dinosaurs had yet to go extinct. Burmese amber is one of the oldest types of amber and pieces like this one are coveted by collectors. Dimensions: 2"L x 1/8"W x 1-5/8"H, Weight: 7.61 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.63 in (4.15 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    99 Million Years Ago
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A96741stDibs: LU7177239002952

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