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4
Jan 12

Wearing Classy Copper Bracelets

Copper Bracelets - Bark Cuff

Copper Bark Cuff by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana

A Timeless Jewelry Trend – Copper Bracelets

Fashion trends in the jewelry industry will always be transforming. While cuffs have been around for hundreds of years, revolutionary jewelry designers are discovering a vast number of refreshing styles this coming year. Creativeness is probably the most essential aspect needed for an eternal look. In present day fashion, creativeness is an important element in building a sellable brand of copper cuffs. Everybody desires to look distinctive. In fact, that’s what fashion is all about. Refined, well designed jewelry is probably the most effective ways to set oneself apart from the crowd and create a fashion statement. Properly designed hand made copper bracelets fit the bill. They’re made with reference to originality and make a distinctive blueprint to be certain that they stand out from the rest.

Distinctive Copper Bracelets

Without inventiveness, it becomes impossible to make appealing creations due to the fact the marketplace would be packed with equivalent designs. This reinforces the necessity of designing distinctive and chic samples when coming up with these bracelets for the shoppers to enjoy a wide variety of styles. It gets boring running across the same version of cuffs already in the market. You can find a huge selection of designs when looking for hand-made cuffs. The truth is, you will be spoiled for choice. You can definitely find yourself selecting quite a few cuffs. They’re not only elegant, most well-designed hand-made copper bracelets are ageless and may be worn everyday in addition to your formal and evening wear.

Unlimited Accessorizing Options with Copper Bracelets

Accessorizing with copper jewelry provides you with unlimited options. If you need a dressed-down style, wear a copper bracelet or cuff with a pair of jeans. For a much more formal event, a handcrafted copper cuff would look spectacular with a cocktail dress. Avoid being afraid to experiment! Probably the most well-liked kinds of bracelet is the cuff. Cuffs can be found in a number of textures, forms, and widths.

Hammered Copper Cuff

Hammered Copper Cuff by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana

The Copper Bark Cuff is a form of bracelet that’s likely to entice the eye of most jewelry connoisseurs . Due to the fact of its exclusive textured appearance, these copper cuffs possess a shinny warm color (comparable to rose gold) which makes it suited to customers who enjoys classy stylish accessories. A Copper cuff (as compared with a bangle) possesses the unique characteristic of being able to be adjustable, effortlessly creating a comfotable fit for both small and medium-sized wrists. Just a simple squeeze to close or pull to expand makes copper cuffs an invaluable accessory. Moreover, most top quality designers will have covered the copper to stop tarnish. This will provide you with trouble-free care.

The Hammered Copper Bracelet is one example of creativity at its best. It’s mainly comprised of a series of soldered rings or forms that are linked together in a series, creating a magnificently organized design. While stunning on its own, this version of copper bracelet can be paired with a matching link necklace as a matched set, giving you an outstanding “put together” completed look.

Just like with any quality copper jewelry, make sure that the piece is coated with a protectant to ensure a lifetime of wear without the need for constant cleaning. The most practical way to keep your copper jewellery nice and sparkly, would be to store it inside a re-sealable Ziploc baggie or jewelry case with anti-tarnish paper. Make certain your jewelry is clean and moisture free prior to storing. It’s remarkably simple to take care of  copper bracelets just as it is for sterling silver or gold jewelry.

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19
Dec 11

One of a kind Handcrafted Copper Jewelry

10.00 ct Sunstone Bronze Ring by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana

10.00 ct Sunstone Bronze Ring by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana

Ever Popular Handmade Copper Jewelry

Copper jewellery continues to be worn for more than 100 years, in part for medical reasons as some think that it boosts good blood circulation and eases the signs of joint disease. Even when those claims have not been clinically verified, copper has been shown to have antimicrobial components (helping to ward off bacterias as well as illness). Nonetheless, it is more likely that the ongoing popularity of copper jewelry has much more related to its exclusive luster and colour than it does with its germ-fighting capability!

Copper Jewelry – An Alternative to Costly Rose Gold Jewelry

Copper jewelry (and especially copper earrings)can be sought-after by individuals who like an earthy, ethnic look but increasingly more it is also found making an appearance among the collections associated with high end jewelry manufacturers. It provides an reasonable option to more costly rose gold because of its wonderful pinkish hue when copper is at its most natural form. The warmth of copper furthermore produces a desirable contrast alongside silver’s cool tones.

Fold Formed Copper Shell Earrings by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana

Fold Formed Copper Shell Earrings by San Francisco jewelry designer John S Brana

Versatile Copper Jewelry

Countless artisans furthermore delight in working with this particular metal because of its resilience and versatility. Over time, oxidation can cause unprotected copper to darken into a warm brown colour which often enhances the look of jewelry pieces. Furthermore, exposure to the elements causes unprotected copper to form a bluish-green patina that’s generally coveted by individuals who enjoy a distinctive look. Accomplished jewelry designers take advantage of this organic discoloration of copper to produce unique and modern patterns and designs.

Uncoated brilliant copper jewelry can tarnish after some time but tend to be easily renewed to its original state. You can buy commercial detailing cloths or drop your jewelry in a bath of tepid to warm water, one or two drops of fresh lemon juice and some salt. Dry with a soft cloth and the original warmth and appeal of your pieces will rapidly return. Note: silver polish must not be used on copper jewellery since it is abrasive and can mar the finish.

The best method to maintain your copper jewelry nice and shiny, is to keep it in a re-sealable plastic baggie or jewellery case with anti-tarnish paper. Make certain your copper jewelry is clean and moisture free before storing. It is surprisingly easy to take care of copper jewellery equally as it is for silver or gold jewelry. A good point to remember is that copper is the catalyst that quickens tarnish in precious metals, so only 24K Gold and Fine Silver won’t tarnish, because they are not alloyed with copper.

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12
Jul 10

Wearing Copper Jewelry For Fun And Good Health

Copper Jewelry Health Benefits

Copper jewelry is quite popular thanks to its attractiveness and versatility. There are so many creative designs available because of the softness and malleability of copper. But did you know that there may also be health benefits from copper jewelry?

Copper rings, necklaces, and bracelets are once again becoming very popular. Many people believe that by wearing copper jewelry, your skin will absorb minerals from the copper and provide the wearer with positive health benefits. Key to efficient metabolism, absorption and transportation of iron throughout the body, and melanin production in the skin, copper is an essential trace mineral.

Blue Green Patinated Copper Tear Drop Earrings

Blue Green Patinated Copper Tear Drop Earrings

There is some debate about whether copper jewelry can help improve your health. Common assertions include pain relief, especially arthritis, and/or improving skin tone. Copper bracelets with magnets in them are a common over the counter arthritis remedy. Magnetic copper bracelets can help reduce pain if you suffer from osteo and rheumatoid arthritis.

Copper Jewelry History

Since copper can be easily minipulated into many forms, it has been favored by many ancient cultures. Eastern Europe, Egypt, and Iran have many astonishing examples of early copper jewelry. In its natural occuring state, copper was likely the first metal used by early man. By 8000 B.C., copper was used as a substitue for stone by Neolithic man. Around 4000 B.C., the Egyptians started casting copper, and by 3500 B.C. it was alloyed with tin to produce Bronze. In mythology and alchemy, copper was associated with the goddess Aphrodite, relating to its radiant beauty and use in producing mirrors. The name copper is derived from the Latin aes Cyprium, which means “metal of Cyprus,” which was later shortened to cyprium, and later corrupted to cuprum.

Copper jewelry will eventually oxidize, unless it has been coated with varnish or a protectant. When copper tarnishes it turns a beautiful green color. Skin that has reacted with copper will often turn green as well and the reaction is completely harmless to the body. You will have a higher chance of your skin turning green the more often you wear your jewelry, especially rings.

The Keweenaw Peninsula of Michigan has probably the world’s largest concentration of native copper. Other localities include Bolivia, the Ural Mountains in Russia, England, Australia, Germany, and Arizona. Regardless of the myths and folk lore surrounding the medicinal value of wearing copper jewelry, the warm rich tones of copper jewelry make it a “must have” of any fashion conscious woman.

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