— This is just resin!

— Resin? — I asked, surprised.

— Yes! Sometimes, the sea washes up hardened resin pieces, especially if there used to be old ships or factories nearby.

It may look like a stone, but it’s much lighter and sometimes even has a distinct smell.

I brought the object closer to my nose and indeed noticed a faint resinous scent. What a surprise!

We kept examining it, wondering how long it had been in the water. Maybe decades?

As I rolled the sphere between my hands, my friend added thoughtfully:

— Imagine if someone mistook it for a gemstone!

We both laughed and decided to keep it as a unique souvenir. Now I’ll be paying more attention to where I step because the beach is full of surprises!

Have you ever found something unusual on the beach? Share your discoveries in the comments!