Very Rare
In addition to the ambergris’ mystery and uniqueness is the fact that it’s produced very slowly – over the years. There is also some understanding that not all sperm whales can produce it. Experts believe that just about 1% of the sperm whale population will produce this substance. Strangely enough, it’s mostly found in the Atlantic Ocean.
Very Rare
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Contraband
In many parts of the world, the trade of ambergris has been forbidden. This includes the United States. In America, the misconduct of trading ambergris characterizes just one part on a wider ban on hunting and exploiting whales. Fortunately for Steven, in the UK, ambergris is considered to be a waste product. So how much was it worth exactly?
Contraband
