Description
An Artifact of Sovereign Light
Evoking the quiet grandeur of ancient crowns and sacred heirlooms, this collaborative piece unites master gem-stringing with organic copper alchemy. At its heart hangs an extraordinary clear Quartz point containing soft “ghost” (phantom) inclusions ~ ethereal inner landscapes that record the crystal’s ancient growth over millennia.
The quartz is crowned in hand-formed copper electroforming, accented by a fiery, precision-faceted red Garnet gem set right at the apex of the stone.
The Ritual & Intention
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Ghost Inclusions (Phantom Quartz): Symbolizes spiritual evolution, overcoming past cycles, and accessing deep ancestral memory or inner wisdom.
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Faceted & Beaded Garnet: A stone of primordial fire, strength, and devotion. The deep crimson garnets ground the expansive energy of the quartz directly into the root and heart centers.
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Rose Gold & Copper: The warm metallic harmony amplifies the energetic flow while offering a regal, antique finish.
Artisan Craftsmanship & Unique Features
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Effortless Magnetic Closure: Features a high-polished, rose gold-filled spherical magnetic clasp that snaps together effortlessly while maintaining an elegant, seamless aesthetic at the nape of the neck.
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Hybrid Strand Design: 19 inches of traditional hand-knotted silk strung with faceted red garnet beads, meeting rose gold-filled accent chain links near the pendant for fluid movement and balance.
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The Pendant: Measures 1 3/4″ long (including the bail) by 1/2″ wide.
Dimensions & Specifications
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Strand Length: 19 inches
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Clasp: Rose gold-filled magnetic sphere clasp
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Pendant Size: 1.75 inches long by 0.5 inches wide
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Metals: Pure electroformed copper, rose gold-filled chain & clasp components
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Stones: Phantom Clear Quartz Point, Faceted Garnet Gemstone, Garnet Bead Strand
An extraordinary artisan collaboration with Diana Paul Studios, this statement talisman is a wearable monument to the passion and resilience of the natural world…
Copper is considered a mineral of energy and mental agility. In legend, copper is said to be the metal of the God Hermes, who facilitates that mental agility, and quick wit. Copper is an excellent conductor of energy, from electricity to the mystical subtle energies emanating from higher planes, etc. Thus, copper is said to enhance and transmit thoughts, even over long distances. Physically, copper is used in traditional folk remedy and crystal healing lore to bring in additional energies for all types of healing, treatment of arthritis, relieving pain of broken bones, sexual instability, and low energy.
Please remember that crystals and organic materials such as these real boxwood twigs, are tiny pieces of the earth and should be worn with care.
Created using a technique called electroforming. This is the intricate process of controlling an electrically charged chemical bath, and slowly depositing thin layers of metal (copper, silver, gold) from a cathode onto a conductive surface (anode), whether it be organic or inorganic material. This process is done slowly over a long period of time – depositing layer over layer, and generally takes from 12 – 24 hours just for the forming process. The entire process from start to finish for a piece can easily run into days!!
*******Understanding Copper******
How to enjoy wearing it and making Copper your FAVORITE jewelry metal!!
Copper Characteristics:
Copper is a pure elemental metal, CU on the periodic table.
Copper oxidizes and darkens when it comes in contact with the air in the environment (much like sterling silver, but more quickly). Oxidation happens even more quickly in the presence of sunlight, sweat, chlorine (swimming pools), chemicals and cosmetics. Therefore we suggest always removing your jewelry before bathing, swimming, exercising, doing dishes, or applying lotion or makeup. Always keep your jewelry clean and dry.
If you prefer the “aged” look that oxidation naturally gives copper, we recommend cleaning your jewelry with a bit of mild dish soap in warm water. You can use a soft bristle brush when necessary.
If you prefer a “bright” look to your copper, we recommend cleaning your copper jewelry by soaking in a glass bowl with a bit of vinegar and salt. ***This is not recommended for any jewelry with stones or any jewelry that has had a patina added during manufacture. It could permanently damage the piece.***
The Natural Reaction Between Copper and Your Skin
If you’ve ever seen copper roofs that have turned green, that is what is called copper patina. The copper has reacted with the environment and formed a coating on the surface of the metal. Environmental conditions including sunlight, dust, and rain, especially acidic rain, can cause this effect.
The same sort of thing can happen when copper comes in contact with your skin if your skin is acidic. The natural acids in your skin combine with copper and make copper salts which are green. They are harmless and can simply be washed off. The copper salts actually form on the copper and are rubbing off on your skin. The green color results from an individual’s body chemistry at a particular time. This is why two people can wear the same ring and one person’s finger will turn green and the others will not. A person can wear a copper bracelet one day with no green marks and the next day green marks might appear.
What does the green tell you? The green color means that your skin has become more acidic and has dissolved copper from the jewelry piece faster than the body can absorb it. This usually happens when we sweat, when we are stressed, or even when we experience dietary changes.
When the body is in a state of homeostasis, the copper is absorbed through the skin at the same rate it is dissolved from the jewelry so there are no green marks.
I coat my copper pieces with Renaissance Wax which helps a great deal with slowing down both oxidation and patination, however the wax is not a permanent coating and with time and wear it will diminish.
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