Copper Native

The Copper Native

Copper is with gold one of the first metals prospected in due to its natural, native state usable. It may even be the the first metal used by man. The Native copper is a metallic mineral. It is an element composed of a single element chemical.

It's nicknamed also "red metal". However, native copper has more of a pale pink than red. Exposed to air free, copper tarnishes and darkens. A oxidized layer is deposited on it under various colors: black, green, blue, brown, etc.

During excavations archeological finds, copper objects were dating back to more than 9,000 years B.C. J-C. The Copper Age followed the Neolithic period, between 3,000 and 2,000 years ago BC, preceding the Bronze Age (alloy copper and tin) ranging from 2,500 to 600 years BC.

Evidence archaeological findings show that Mesopotamians (6,000 to 5,000 B.C.), who were able to exploit copper to the full. Later, copper will be mixed with tin to produce to make tools or weapons more solid. This is the beginning of the age of the bronze.

Pure native copper is a soft metal, which makes it too brittle in the manufacture of weapons and tools. Visit Mesopotamians solved this problem by creating the bronze. Copper will be used extensively in the manufacture of jewelry of coins, vases, glasses, saucers, and other containers.

The copper name comes from from Latin cyprium and Greek cyrpios. It is from the island of Cyprus, where the Romans extracted copper in large quantities. In the ancient mythology, this metal was used to the goddess Aphrodite (Venus for the Romans) in because of its beauty. During the In Byzantine times, copper was known as "chalkos", root, which is found in chalcopyrite and chalcosine (minerals containing copper).

The discovery of the mummy of Otzi (3,300 BC) proves that the copper was used to make tools, as this material hunter carried a copper axe. At the same At the time, the Mesopotamians mined copper Lake Van, located in present-day Armenia, and used it to make pots, trays, drinking vessels, saucers.

In Egypt, the use of copper was developing as well. We even discovered a pipeline to transport water to the temple of King Sa'u-Re dating from 2,750 BC J-C. It had a diameter of 75 mm and a 100 m long. The Egyptians used to make mirrors, razors, instruments, weights, scales, etc. Around 1500 BC In the 4th century B.C., they used them as remedies medicinal products to treat headaches burning and pruritus, i.e. itching of the skin. the skin.

As early as 400 BC In the 3rd century BC, Hippocrates decided to use copper to treat varicose ulcers.

Between the 6th and In the 3rd century BC, the Romans struck their copper coins.

Native copper has been in use for thousands of years, but the it was only identified in 1190, at the time of the his quotation in Gautier's book of Arras.

It should be noted that that it was the invention of gunpowder which makes copper very popular. At the Renaissance, its properties are identified and contribute to the invention of such as the balance, the compass or the parts for boats. As a result Christopher Columbus' ships had their hulls lined with copper, because of its excellent against corrosion.

Finally, to the early 20th century, the development of electricity, construction and industry are increasing the use of copper. Used extensively in wiring electrical, plumbing, etc.

The deposits of raw native copper

The main deposits are to be found in South Africa, China Russia, Australia, Germany, Canada, the United States and Japan. United States (Michigan) and in France.

Green benefits native copper in lithotherapy

Benefits for the skin psychic level

Native copper is particularly recommended for people in a state of intense exhaustion. He is an excellent for those who have trouble getting started their day, who feel tired permanent. It provides the motivation to keep going to move forward.

The wearing of a native copper encourages exchanges between whether on a personal or professional level professional. It frees people to speak out and enables them to to express themselves clearly. It encourages listening to others, fostering empathy and compassion.

Native copper encourages deep love, provokes balance between the emotions and the mind. It creates a beautiful harmony between people and restores a sense of justice.

It helps the objectives while developing the creativity and intuition. It gives the importance of ideas and reasoning, pushes for their realization.

It's a tool powerful for meditation, it brings concentration. He has the ability to calm agitated people. It can also enable them to have quality sleep and reclaimer.

Benefits for the skin physical plan

Native copper has tendency to supply energy to people whose bodies are sometimes asleep or stiff. It is energizing, provides strength and vitality. It awakens the body and restores tone and vitality. gentle flexibility.

It enables a better recovery for sportsmen and women people who have taken up a sporting activity. Gives you the energy to move physically.

Native copper promotes fluid circulation and promotes the proper functioning of the solar plexus chakra.

Both native copper and astrological signs

Native copper has efficient power and energy for all the natives of the zodiac. It does, however, have an effect even stronger on the following signs :

Lion symbol of power and royalty and authority. This sign represents nobility, vanity and luxury. He loves parties and pleasures. He likes to be surrounded admired, and above all he appreciates being flatters. He is a person of ambition and energy. Wearing native copper reinforces vitality and energy. He loves movement and evolve in luxury. However, it is of great generosity and willingly shares with those around him. Very early on, he knew what he wants to make of her life and will do anything to achieve his goals. In love, he burns with ardor and of desire. He's passionate and loves to seduce. However, with maturity, it finds its true calling. soulmate and will then be a loyal faithful;
Scorpio: symbol of the end of things, of the transformation and mystery. This sign represents passion, animal desire and instinct. He is very secretive and evolves mystery. Extremely natural, tyrannical, even violent, the wearing of native copper provides a balance between emotions and his mind. He will learn to control himself and to control his aggressive impulses. He has a extremely powerful sense of psychology and can become an excellent manipulator. He knows to detect the weaknesses, even the basenesses of human being. However, it is whole and loyal. When he bestows his affection not betray him, for his vengeance will be terrible. In love, he exudes magnetism irresistible and can prove to be a great jealousy. This sign likes to possess others. With the years, he becomes attached and a spouse exceptional. He's a family man and loves children;
Balance symbol of justice, of the balance and harmony. This sign represents contracts, associations and elegance. It has a distinction refined and has a natural grace. He hates loneliness, and needs to be admired at events. meetings or social gatherings. This sign loves of justice and the wearing of native copper reinforces its sense of harmony. It is also the sign of indecision, as he finds it very difficult to and take sides with one over the other. than the other. He is very kind and always seeks to reconcile everyone. That's why he shuns conflict, he's a pacifist. In love, he seeks marry very early, because he can't stand to be alone. He is romantic and faithful.

Book native and associated chakras

Native copper is often used at the of the heart chakra, helping to eliminate negative emotions to make room for love. It restores logic to the and helps restore self-confidence. self.

Native copper placed on the sacral chakra or hara chakra has a favourable effect on the health in general. It provides pleasure in our lives.

Cleaning of the native copper

On arrival a native copper in your home, purify it. In fact, it is it is essential to rid your copper of negative energies he may have accumulated since its extraction.

Plunge your copper in spring water for 5 or 6 days. hours. Choose an attractive clear glass for to enjoy the soft light. You can also purify it with sage smoke or a Tibetan bowl. Caution never bring native copper into contact with salt.

Recharge your native copper in sunlight for 2 or more hours. 3 hours. You can also place it on a quartz cluster or on an amethyst geode for 24 hours.

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