1737829

Large Lump of Kauri Gum, Amber. #1737829

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Large Lump of Kauri Gum, Amber. #1737829
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Rare find! Amber.</em></td>
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Kauri gum - the resin from petrified New Zealand kauri trees that has been recovered from the swamps where the kauri trees once grew - amber by another name. It was very popular in the 19th and early 20th century for all number of things, including jewellery -making. Polished, it has a rich golden glow.
This large lump measures roughly 10.5 cm x 14 cm x 12 cm (4 inches by 5.1/2 inches by 4.3/4 inches).
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#: C8045</td>
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<tr><td>Condition:Very good</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:Early 20th Century</td></tr>
<tr><td>Country:New Zealand</td></tr>





<tr><td>Title:Large Lump of Kauri Gum, Amber.</td></tr>

<tr><td>Materials:Amber</td></tr>

<tr><td>Location:Russell, New Zealand</td></tr>
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