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Cuprite Jewelry
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Gem
Details
Cuprite is a
mineral composed of copper(I) oxide Cu2O, and is an important ore of
copper. Its dark crystals with red internal reflections are in the
isometric system, appearing as cubic, octahedral, or dodecahedral forms,
or in combinations, with a deep red color. In spite of its nice color it
is rarely used for jewelry because of its low hardness of 3.5 -4
Cuprite
has been a major ore of copper and is still mined in many places around
the world. Of all the copper ores except for native copper, cuprite gives
the greatest yield of copper per molecule since there is only one oxygen
atom to every two copper atoms. As a mineral specimen, cuprite shows fine
examples of well-developed cubic crystal forms. Cuprite's dark crystals
show internal reflections of the true deep red inside the almost black
crystal. Other varieties, such as chalcotrichite, show tufts of
needle-like crystals that have a beautiful red color and a special sparkle
that make them popular display cabinet specimen.
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Metaphysical
Mystically it is used to recall and examine past
life experiences. It has been historically said to help heal one's
relationship with their father.
Cuprite is used to discourage worry, especially
those worries which we have little or no control over. It allows one
to understand that worry is essentially a waste of energy. Being that
Cuprite is highly metallic and dense, I feel it has a strong connection to
the Earth. It allows us to understand our deep connection with the
Earth and what it means to be mortal.
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Healing
Properties
Traditional folklore and
crystal healing lore purport that cuprite is helpful for healing problems
with the thymus, heart, blood metabolism (especially imbalances), muscle
tissue, skeletal system, oxygenation of the blood, stamina, kidneys,
menstrual cramps, certigo, water retention, vitamin absorption, addictions
and alcoholism. Some say that Cuprite can physically aid bladder and
kidney disorders, helpful in the treatment of vertigo and is used to
eliminate altitude sickness. Use it to stimulate and balance the menses.
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