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Burmite

Colour:Red, pale yellow, ...
A variety of Amber

A generally deep red amber from Burma.
Originally described from Maingkwan, Myitkyina-Mogaung District, Kachin State, Myanmar (Burma).

Classification of Burmite

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Physical Properties of Burmite

Colour:Red, pale yellow, golden, brown

Other Information

Health Warning:No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.

References for Burmite

Reference List:Williamson, 1932. The Book of Amber.

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    Localities for Burmite

    (TL) indicates type locality. ? indicates mineral may be doubtful at this locality. All other localities listed without reference should be considered as uncertain and unproven until references can be found.
    Burma (Myanmar)
     
    • Kachin State
      • Myitkyina-Mogaung District
    Williamson, 1932. The Book of Amber.
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