Prussian formation
Stratigraphic range: Eocene
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]

References

  1. G.s, Kharin; N.p, Lukashina (2002). "ACCUMULATION CONDITIONS AND CORRELATION OF THE UPPER EOCENE AMBER-BEARING PRUSSIAN FORMATION, KALININGRAD REGION". ISSN 0869-5938. {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)


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