CUPRITE

A secondary mineral often formed by the weathering of copper sulfide minerals, cuprite is widespread as brilliant crystals, grains, or earthy masses in the oxidized zone of copper lodes. Cuprite is an oxide mineral composed of copper (I) oxide Cu 2 O, and is a minor ore of copper. Cuprite from Tsumeb Mine (size:2.3 x 2.1 x 1.2 cm Its dark crystals with red internal reflections are in the isometric system hexoctahedral class, appearing as cubic, octahedral, or dodecahedral forms, or in combinations.

– Grounding, stabilizing.
– Power, security, confidence, sexuality, morality, masculine energy.
– Recall & examine past life experiences.
– Helps heal relationships with father, spiritual guide, mentor, teacher, or other authoritarian figures.
– Learn the responsibilities of life.

Hardness: 3.5-4 Mohs
Specific Gravity: 5.85-6.15
Refractive Index: 2.849