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A high-magnification macro photograph of a 99-million-year-old feather inclusion in Burmese amber. The image captures the intricate microscopic details of the feather's anatomy, including the individual barbs and delicate, hair-like barbules. The preservation allows for the observation of the feather's three-dimensional structure and hints of original dark pigmentation, providing a rare look at the plumage of an ancient avian or non-avian dinosaur
A high-magnification macro photograph of a 99-million-year-old feather inclusion in Burmese amber. The image captures the intricate microscopic details of the feather's anatomy, including the individual barbs and delicate, hair-like barbules. The preservation allows for the observation of the feather's three-dimensional structure and hints of original dark pigmentation, providing a rare look at the plumage of an ancient avian or non-avian dinosaur
A large, professionally polished cabochon of golden-orange Burmite amber, measuring 37mm in length. Centered within the highly transparent resin is a well-preserved prehistoric feather from the Cretaceous period. The feather exhibits a distinct central shaft (rachis) with fine, radiating barbs. The amber stone is shaped into a smooth, rounded oval, showcasing the inclusion clearly against a neutral background.
A high-magnification macro photograph of a 99-million-year-old feather inclusion in Burmese amber. The image captures the intricate microscopic details of the feather's anatomy, including the individual barbs and delicate, hair-like barbules.

Well preserved Cretaceous Burmite Feather Inclusion | uftr-008-25

$1,000.00

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Description

This museum-quality piece features a large, well-defined feather inclusion. Given the mid-Cretaceous age of Burmite (~99 million years), this feather likely belonged to either an Enantiornithes (the most common group of prehistoric “opposite birds”) or a non-avian feathered dinosaur

Feather Morphology: The specimen shows a clear central rachis (shaft) with organized barbs branching outward. The presence of visible barbules (the microscopic “hooks” that hold a feather together) indicates a sophisticated evolutionary stage, potentially from a flight or contour feather.

Preservation: The feather retains its three-dimensional structure rather than being flattened, allowing for study from multiple angles. In some areas, subtle pigmentation (melanosomes) may be visible as dark or reddish-brown banding.

Details:
Amber Type: Genuine Burmite (Kachin Myanmar Amber, Hukawng Valley)
Geological Age: Mid-Cretaceous (~99 myo)
Primary Inclusion: Vertebrate Feather
Dimensions: 37×21.76×6.8 mm
Weight: 16.04

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