Amber Silver Rings

Etymology and history The English word amber derives from the Arabic 'anbar. Amber is discussed by Theophrastus, possibly the first historical mention of the material, in the 4th century BC. The Greek name for amber was ηλεκτρον (electron) and was connected to the Sun God, one of whose titles was Elector or the Awakener. The modern terms "electricity" and "electron" derive from the Greek word for amber and come from William Gilbert's research showing that amber could attract other substances. The word "electron" was coined in 1891 by the Irish physicist George Stoney whilst analyzing elementary charges for the first time. Amber description Amber can range in color from dark brown to a light almost clear lemon... more about amber » | more about stones used in our jewelry »