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Amber:
Fossil resin that, in prehistoric times, exuded from various now-extinct coniferous trees. It is usually a yellow or yellow-brown color. Found in either round, irregular lumps, grains, or drops, it is slightly brittle and emits an agreeable odor when rubbed.
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