{"product_id":"fossil-ant-formicidae-in-baltic-amber-14-4mm","title":"Fossil Ant (Formicidae) in Baltic Amber – 14.4mm","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nkjz4y\" data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"327\"\u003eAuthentic Baltic Amber with Fossil Ant (Formicidae) – Eocene, Lithuania\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eThis authentic piece of \u003cstrong data-start=\"353\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eBaltic amber\u003c\/strong\u003e contains a beautifully preserved fossil \u003cstrong data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eant (family Formicidae)\u003c\/strong\u003e, naturally trapped in ancient tree resin during the \u003cstrong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eEocene Epoch\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e44–49 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sourced from \u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"589\"\u003eJuodkrantė, Lithuania\u003c\/strong\u003e, this exceptional specimen offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into prehistoric insect life preserved in genuine fossilized resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eUnlike modern resin, Baltic amber is true \u003cstrong data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"791\"\u003efossilized tree resin\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this a genuine fossil specimen and not a modern reproduction. Fossil ant inclusions are especially desirable because ants are among the most iconic and recognizable insects found in amber, often preserving delicate body structure, legs, antennae, and overall form in remarkable detail. This specimen captures an ancient ant exactly as it became trapped millions of years ago, creating a one-of-a-kind collectible that blends natural beauty with scientific significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eMeasuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e14.4mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a larger and visually impressive amber specimen, making it an excellent addition to any collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003efossil insects\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eBaltic amber\u003c\/strong\u003e, or rare natural history pieces. Its warm golden color, natural clarity, and distinct insect inclusion make it especially appealing for both display and educational value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1828\"\u003eEach fossil amber piece is completely unique, with no two inclusions ever exactly alike. This specimen comes in a labeled display case, making it ideal for display, gifting, or adding to a serious fossil collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"urw5x0\" data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003eSpecimen Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Baltic Amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eInclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fossil Ant (\u003cstrong data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eFormicidae\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eEocene Epoch\u003c\/strong\u003e (approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e44–49 million years old\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2059\"\u003eJuodkrantė, Lithuania\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e19.8mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes in a labeled display case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"a1hkp1\" data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eWhy Collect Fossil Baltic Amber?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2178\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003eBaltic amber is among the most famous fossil ambers in the world, valued for its age, beauty, and ability to preserve ancient life in exceptional detail. Ant inclusions are especially popular among collectors because they are instantly recognizable, scientifically interesting, and often highly displayable compared to smaller or less obvious insect inclusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wjhb42\" data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2771\"\u003eThis is a genuine natural fossil specimen. Internal fractures, flow lines, cloudiness, and other natural imperfections are common in authentic amber and are considered part of the specimen’s natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fossil Driven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540531753211,"sku":"Amber #2435","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/5559\/0395\/files\/IMG_008.png?v=1774014233","url":"https:\/\/fossildriven.com\/products\/fossil-ant-formicidae-in-baltic-amber-14-4mm","provider":"Fossil Driven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}