2023
40 Million Year Old Amber
David Seth MoltzThe nose · 109 fragrances · also made Debaser (2015)Portrait →

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DS&Durga  ·  Sold as unisex

40 Million Year Old Amber

The flicker of an ancient flame in a dimly lit room, where the air is thick with history and the scent of incense lingers.

2.8015 ratingsStill under the radar
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
amberwarm spicyfresh spicymuskysmokybalsamic
40 Million Year Old AmberPremium · $100–250
47%Similar accords, often for lessAlf Zahra · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityVery weak25% say long lasting or eternal
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Moderate25%
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Eternal25%
SillageModerate25% say strong or enormous
Intimate25%
Moderate50%
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Enormous25%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine33%
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Unisex67%
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Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

In 2023, DS&Durga introduced '40 Million Year Old Amber,' a unisex fragrance crafted by David Seth Moltz. This composition marries the ancient essence of amber with fresh and warm spices, creating a complex narrative that spans time and sense. The incense and myrrh open with an earthy warmth, while pepper and mint provide a vibrant contrast. As it settles into its woody base notes, including amberwood and musk, the fragrance evolves into a smoky, balsamic depth that feels both lasting and contemporary.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance to pulse points for maximum longevity. The smoky and musky base notes will bloom over time, so it’s best to let it develop naturally on your skin rather than layering heavily. It reads well in close proximity, making it perfect for intimate settings.

Fig. 01 — 40 Million Year Old Amber, DS&Durga

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03 · The nose

David Seth Moltz

Unusual landscapes, forgotten histories

S. & Durga in 2008. His fragrances tell stories of specific, often overlooked moments in time and place, such as El Cosmico, created for a trailer and teepee campsite in the high desert of West Texas.

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Designer DS&Durga

More from the house · founded 2007 · United States

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40 Million Year Old AmberThe original40 Million Year Old AmberDS&Durga · Premium · $100–250
47%MatchAl Haramain PerfumesAlf ZahraShares 4 of its 7 notesunder $40★ 3.82 (97)
40 Million Year Old AmberDune Sun
Try it layered

With Dior Dune Sun

Adds floral, powdery and citrus; shares jasmine and musk.

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06 · The Room

What people
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2.80/ 5 · 15 ratings

Still under the radar: loved by 20%, disliked or hated by 47%.

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