The Baltic region is home to the largest known deposit of amber - about 80% of the world's known amber is found there. Amber is a unique gem; not only is it simply beautiful, but also equips mankind with valuable data through its capacity to show us the past. It has the ability of preserving organic tissues of life forms, something both valued by scientists and gem collectors alike. This is a perfect piece of jewelry to start or expand your collection. Beautifully crafted 925 sterling silver, lavishly plated with yellow gold to compliment the oval cognac Baltic amber that has been precision handset into each piece.