The Rock Shed's Copal Page

Copal is a type of resin produced by plant or tree secretions which is identified with the forms of aromatic tree resins used by the cultures of pre-Columbian tribes as a ceremonially burned incense.  It is very similar to Amber but Amber is an older resin.  Although not considered gem quality, Copal is appreciated for its beauty and is used in some ornamental  objects.  It is sometimes referred to as a semi-fossilized resin or sub-fossil Amber.

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C113b  Here is a nicely polished Copal specimen from Columbia.  It measures 1 1/2" x  5/8" x 1/2".  This piece is a lighter colored Copal with several insect and various different inclusions.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

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Copal  

$16.00 C114c  Here is a very nice polished Copal specimen from Columbia.  This unique specimen is polished all around.  It measures 7/8" x  1 1/2" x 1/2".  It is lighter colored Copal with several a well defined ant inclusions.  This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal  

$50.00 C100b   This is a nice polished Copal specimen from Columbia that has been polished on all sides. It measures 1" x  3/4" x 7/8" in thickness.  It is medium Amber colored Copal with many well defined insect inclusions. This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$26.00 C112b  Here is a polished Copal specimen from Columbia. This specimen is polished all around.  It measures 1 3/4" x  3/8" x  1/2".  It is a lighter colored Copal with several very well define insect inclusions.  A great addition to any Copal or fossil collection.

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Copal

$18.00 C3  A natural (unpolished) Copal stalactite specimen from Columbia. This specimen is unpolished, although somewhat cloudy, it is clear enough to see through and contains numerous bugs, too many to count and some various other inclusions. It measures 4" x  5/8".  This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$24.00 C101b   Here is a larger polished Copal specimen from Columbia. This polished specimen is a medium Amber color and polished on all sides. It measures 1 1/2" x  1 1/8" x 1/2" and has a nice beetle inclusion. This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.   A great educational tool or collector's item.

copal

Copal

$18.00 C102c  Here is a nicely polished piece of Copal from Columbia.  This specimen measures 1" x 3/4" x 1/4" and has a light Amber color.  This piece of Copal has various types of different insect inclusions.  This is a great piece for any fossil collection.

copal

Copal

$17.00 C103b  This is a nice polished Copal specimen from Columbia. This unique specimen is polished all around.  It measures nearly 1 7/8" x  1 3/8" x 3/4".  It is medium colored with a very different shape.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$11.00 C104b  This is a nice polished Copal specimen from Columbia. This specimen is polished all around.  It measures 1 5/8" x  1" x 1/2" in thickness.  It is a darker Amber colored Copal with various, different inclusions.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$12.00 C115c  Here is a larger polished Copal specimen from Columbia.  This piece of Copal measures 2" x 1 1/2" x 1/2" and has a nice polish.  This piece has a nice, soft Amber color.  This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$15.00 C105c  Here is a lighter colored polished Copal specimen from Columbia. This specimen is polished all around and measures 2 1/4" x  1 1/4" x 3/4".  This specimen has an unique shape and soft Amber color.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal 

$30.00 C116b  This is a nice clear Copal specimen from Madagascar. This specimen is polished all around and measures 2 1/2" x 2" x 5/8".  It is very clear Copal.  Close examination with will reveal several well preserved insects, that may be termites. This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$40.00 C106b  Here is a very nice Copal specimen from Columbia. This specimen is polished all around and measures 2 1/4" x  7/8" x  5/8" and has a warm Amber color.  Close observation would reveal over 7 insects including a flying ant or mosquito and a spider!!  A great Copal specimen.

copal

Copal

 

$25.00 C117c  This is a very nice Copal specimen from Madagascar.  This piece of Copal measures 3" x 1/2" x 3/4".  It has a light Amber color and is polished all around. This piece contains several ants, termites or other insects.  This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old. 

copal

Copal

$18.00 C107b  This is a very nice piece of polished Copal from Columbia. This specimen is polished all around and measures 2 1/4" x 1" x 1/2".  It has 3 distinct insect inclusions inside.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.

copal

Copal

$30.00 C118b   Here is a very clear Copal specimen from Madagascar.  This Copal specimen measures 2 7/8" x 1 1/2" x 1 5/8".  It is a light Amber color and polished all around.  This piece contains several well defined insects inclusions. This Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old. 

copal

Copal

$14.00 C108c  This is a nice piece polished Copal from Columbia. It measures 1 1/4"x 1" x 3/4".  It has a light Amber color and highly polished all around.  This has one well defined insect along with other possible insect inclusions.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old.  A great educational tool or collector's item.

copal

Copal

$18.00 C109b  Here is a nice polished Copal specimen from Columbia. It measures 1 5/8" x 1 1/4" x 5/8" and has a light Amber color and is polished all around. This piece has 2 insect inclusions and is very clear.  Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old. 

copal

Copal

$25.00 C110c  Here is a very nice Copal specimen from Madagascar.  It measures 4 7/8" x 1 1/2" x 3/8" and has a light Amber color and has a nice top polish. This specimen has several well defined insects in the resin. Copal is estimated to be 2 million years old. 

copal

Copal

$40.00 C111b  This is very detailed, polished Copal specimen from Columbia. It measures 2 1/4" x 3/4" x 3/8" and is polished all around. This piece contains several ants and various other inclusions. A great educational tool or addition to any fossil collection.

copal

Copal

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