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Prussian Formation

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Prussian formation
Stratigraphic range: Eocene 56–35 Ma
Prussianamber.jpg
Amber with an insect inclusion from the Prussian formation.
TypeGeological formation
Lithology
OtherPhosphorite, Amber
Location
LocationRussia
Type section
RegionSambian Peninsula

The Prussian Formation is a geologic formation in Prussia, today mostly Kaliningrad Oblast. It holds 90% of the world's amber supply.[1]

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