Reconstituting, or reconstructing, means that small fragments of gem material have been combined to form a large piece. Amber and turquoise are two common examples. Reconstituted amber, typically called ambroid or pressed amber, is made from scraps and shavings generated by amber carvers. The tiny pieces are collected and heated, then pressed into large blocks. Manufacturers of ambroid can easily insert insects to make it look even more like natural amber.
Reconstituted turquoise is made from inferior grades of turquoise that have been powdered.
The powder is mixed with an adhesive and dye mixture to form a solid mass, which is then cut into shapes. You may also visit our web site which contains over 130 pages of travel safety information. Our Clients Planning Meetings Travel Safety Tips Home Contact Us WWW.CorporateTravelSafety.