Posts Tagged: copper


24
Aug 10

Green Patinated Earrings

Taking inspiration from nature, these beautiful Green Patinated Copper Tear Drop earrings create a striking accent to any outfit. No two earrings are alike, making them truly unique.

  • Measures approximately 1 3/4" L x 7/8" W
  • 14K Gold Filled French Earwires, for pierced ears only
  • Patina is permanent and will not rub off and is sealed with a protective coating
  • Gift Boxed
  • Price:$45.00


    27
    Jan 09

    Interesting Facts About Copper

    Native Copper Nugget

    Copper Nugget

    Copper History

    Copper in its naturally occurring state was probably the first metal to be used by humans. Neolithic people used copper as a substitute for stone by 8000 B.C. It was first cast by the Egyptians around 4000 B.C., and was alloyed with tin to produce Bronze around 3500 B.C. Copper was associated with the goddess Aphrodite/Venus in mythology and alchemy, owing to its lustrous beauty and its ancient use in producing mirrors. Copper takes its name from the Latin aes Cyprium, meaning “metal of Cyprus,” shortened to cyprium and later corrupted to cuprum.

    Although folk lore abounds with stories of how the wearing of copper helps ease the pain and discomfort of arthritis, you might want to order one just because it is a beautiful piece of jewelry. 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.


    23
    Jan 09

    Welcome to the Handmade Copper Jewelry Blog!

    Corrugated Anticlastic Copper Cuff

    Corrugated Anticlastic Copper Bracelet

    Handmade Designer Copper Jewelry

    Here you will find my latest designs and new jewelry releases made of copper.  Several of these designs were previously available on my couture jewelry site Handcrafted Fine Jewelry by John S. Brana, but for 2009, I wanted to make it easier for customers seeking handmade copper jewelry, so I decided to launch Handmade Copper Jewelry.   Stay tuned for an introduction of new collections and styles!