Gutta-percha

Gutta-Percha
Gutta-percha is a dark rubbery, organic substance derived from tropical trees (Sapotaceae palaquium). From the mid 1800's it was used in jewelry, especially in mourning jewelry.

Gutta-Percha A material first made in 1840 from the bark of a Malaysian tree.
Habille' A cameo that has jewelry incorporated into the design. Most often it is a diamond. Or, you can think of it as any jewelry wearing jewelry.

Gutta-percha is a resin from a Malaysian tree, and golf halls made from it proved to be both durable and waterproof.

See also: Antique, Jewelry, Jewel, Color, Glass