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The hardness of amber ranges from 2 to 2.5 (code 25). Amber comes in a spectrum of colors including yellow, brown, milky white, red, green, orange, and black, ranging from transparent to opaque. Amber is fossilized tree resin from trees such as pine, dating back about 50 million years; some pieces contain plants and insects. It is highly valued mainly for its beautiful color. This material is commonly used to make decorative objects and jewelry. It is believed to have medicinal properties and helps cleanse the liver. Most amber worldwide is between 30 and 90 million years old. Occasionally, insects and even small prehistoric mammals trapped inside amber have been found.