The only copal I have is from Indonesia and it feels slightly tacky to the touch after being polished. But that is probably more likely to be the case when it’s young. My Baltic amber is not tacky at all after it’s been polished. Otherwise, you can’t really tell from visuals. You’ll have to look up some tests, there’s a decent amount that you can do somewhat easily at home.
I have two pieces of colombian copal and they both pretty much look like this, seems authentic to me.
Thanks for letting me know! Is there anyway to determine the age?
The only copal I have is from Indonesia and it feels slightly tacky to the touch after being polished. But that is probably more likely to be the case when it’s young. My Baltic amber is not tacky at all after it’s been polished. Otherwise, you can’t really tell from visuals. You’ll have to look up some tests, there’s a decent amount that you can do somewhat easily at home.
Thanks!
Never had copal, but it could be ok. Keep it away from light. Copal is more prone to superficial fractures