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| Colophony, Burgundy Pitch |
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| (picea excelsa) |
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Other names: Red Spruce Resin, Norway Spruce Resin, Pine Resin, Pine Rosin
Uses: Binding, protection
Associations: Sun, Fire
Aroma: A heavy resin aroma with lots of smoke
Form: Resin pieces, sometimes with some powder
Burgundy Pitch is a type of Colophony which is from the resin of Spruce trees. Colophony, like many resins, is often used in the making of varnish, especially for violins and other string instruments. A product of Pine resin, Colophony was allegedly used in mummification in Ancient Egypt, and has been used as an incense since Antiquity. |
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