“Sculptured” Copper
$69.00
Native “Sculptured Copper” is created when molten copper at 2200° F is poured into water-soaked straw. The straw forms the shape, then burns away, and the copper forms solidify in the cool water. In the old days of Keweenaw miners, good or bad luck was determined by the shape and size of the sculpture. Following the old traditions, this sculptured copper was manufactured in Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula. May be displayed in a variety of orientations.
Approx. 3 3/8″ x 3 7/8″ x 2″; 10.6 oz.
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| Michigan Native Copper
Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula is the most important locality in the world for pure native copper. Small amounts occur in several areas throughout the world. Mining operations began in 1845 and continued until 1968. During that time over 5 million tons of refined copper were recovered from Michigan’s native copper mines. Near the turn of the century, Michigan led the world in copper production and “Lake Copper” was the purity standard to which other refined copper was compared. The copper occurs in various rock types and ranges in size from microscopic grains to large masses. The largest, discovered in 1857, weighed about 520 tons. Metaphysically, copper is said to amplify the energy of other stones, and help relieve symptoms of arthritis. |
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| Weight | 15.1 oz |
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