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These anklets are made with light-colored round(ish) or oval beads, and at each end there is a spring ring clasp made of 925 sterling silver.  The beads are light and opaque colors that can range from white to different shades of yellows.  It is not usual for the beads on this anklet to have small greyish markings here and there.

The string the nuggets are strung on is designed to stretch when a good amount of pressure is applied, and break if necessary. Each piece of amber is individually double-knotted on the strand.

The amber strand is apx. 9" long. The strand is fully adjustable and will fit any size ankle up to apx. 9".  Your child will not outgrow this anklet for years - and possibly not ever.

While the most ideal spot for amber to be worn is around the neck, we have done some testing and have found that a full 9" of a lighter-colored amber is an effective alternative to wearing a necklace.   I am not sure if it is as effective as amber worn around the neck, but it does seem to be beneficial.

The warmer the baltic amber gets, the better it will work, (this is one reason the most ideal spot for amber to be worn is around the neck) so if you can keep the anklet tucked under a sock, this tends to help.

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As you know, amber teething jewelry is made to wear but not to chew!

Among other things, amber is a natural analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-inflammatory.  When amber is worn on the skin, the warmth of the skin releases trace amounts of healing oils on the skin.  Commonly known as "teething jewelry," baltic amber has been a natural and traditional European remedy for teething discomfort for hundreds of years.  

Our necklaces and bracelets are handcrafted with amber beads imported from the Baltic Region. They are made of authentic Baltic amber, the most esteemed type of amber in the world. The translucency of amber depends on the amount of air bubbles contained within a piece of amber and their distribution. Some believe the color is related to the type of tree source.

Succinic acid is the most beneficial component of the amber. I have read that the darkest colored amber generally contains less succinic acid than lighter colors. I have also read that the more cloudy or opaque amber is, the more succinic acid it contains (and usually the more cloudy amber is the nearer to the color white it becomes).

To care for your baltic amber, clean with lukewarm water and a soft cloth. Avoid detergents and cleansers when possible as these substances over time will leave a residue on the amber that inhibits it's ability to release its healing properties into the skin.  It is best to remove the jewelry at bath time, or when at the pool.

You can pay more for baltic amber, but you won't find amber that is more effective. We have thousands of satisfied customers and lots of repeat business.

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Similar to children’s games that have age recommendations when the items contain small parts, new legislation coming into effect in the US in February, 2009, mandates an age recommendation of 3 years and older for this type of jewelry. This jewelry is not intended for wear on children under 3 years old. (If you do not see this age recommendation on the website of other retailers of this type of jewelry, it does not mean that their jewelry is better suited or safer for young children – they are simply in violation of US law [Small Parts Regulations].)

Children should be supervised when wearing jewelry, and it should be removed when the child sleeps.