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Ambergris - Light vs Dark Grade, Colour Comparison

This video is part of my educational content at Ambergris Canada about identifying, valuing and trading ambergris. I'm Nabil Valiulla, and I have bought and assessed ambergris since 2004, with suppliers in 56 countries. Watch it with your find beside you, then send me photos for a free assessment within 24 hours.

Expert guide comparing different grades and colours of ambergris. Learn how colour affects value and quality.

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Nabil Valiulla, founder of Ambergris Canada
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Most of what washes up is driftwood and stone. I post the pieces that aren't, and how I tell them apart.

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