Barnsteen - Cretaceous Amber with Remarkably Long Hair-like

This striking piece of Kachin amber is a true eye-catcher, with its elongated, polished form, vivid golden hue, and exceptional clarity. A dark, thread-like inclusion — resembling a hair or fine tendril — runs gracefully through the center, giving it a unique aesthetic appeal and making it a natural candidate for use as a pendant.
Closer inspection under varying light conditions reveals multiple well-preserved arthropods. The most prominent inclusion appears to be a spider, with its legs clearly extended. Additionally, a small ant and a few other insects are visible, including a beetle-like specimen and other minute forms that would require magnification for proper identification. The suggestion of a crane fly is unlikely based on visible features — the morphology does not match.
The high transparency of the resin offers an exceptional view into the prehistoric microecosystem captured within. Its visual purity, along with the beautifully preserved inclusions, makes this piece not only scientifically valuable but also highly ornamental.
Would you like help identifying the beetle or the other smaller inclusions in more detail?


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