Electroformed copper butterfly pendant with a free-form rose quartz as the body of the piece. The quartz exhibits a soft pale pink with diffuse translucency characteristic of massive varieties. The copper butterfly frames the stone with its outstretched wings. Unique workshop piece, 51 × 23 mm, in the outlet collection.
Piece Details
| Mineral |
Rose Quartz (quartz, rose variety) |
| Piece Dimensions |
51 × 23 mm (includes setting and copper butterfly) |
| Stone Shape |
Free-form oval, flat back |
| Manufacturing Technique |
Copper electroforming |
| Metal Finish |
Copper with aged patina |
| Mineral Hardness |
7 Mohs |
| Mineral Origin |
Brazil |
| Treatment |
Untreated |
| Piece Type |
Unique piece |
This specific piece
The rose quartz in this piece has a uniform pale pink color with diffuse translucency: light penetrates the stone but disperses within, creating a soft effect without full transparency. Under direct light, the surface exhibits a satin luster that contrasts with the matte, aged copper texture of the butterfly.
The copper butterfly enfolds the upper part of the stone with its outstretched wings, with veins intricately engraved during the electroforming process. The butterfly's body and head are molded in relief where they join the stone.
Copper Electroforming
This piece is crafted using electroforming: electrolytic copper is deposited layer by layer onto a mold to form a solid setting that precisely embraces the stone. The result is a single continuous unit—butterfly, bezel, and stone—with the characteristic granular matte texture of the process.
Rose Quartz in Lapidary Tradition
Rose quartz has been used in jewelry and carved objects since ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Its color is caused by traces of titanium, iron, and manganese in the crystal structure, or by microscopic rutile inclusions in massive varieties. This is not a treatment; it is the natural composition of the mineral.
In crystal tradition, rose quartz is associated with affection, tenderness, and calm. It is one of the most common minerals in contemporary artisanal jewelry due to its delicate color and accessible nature.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
Care for Electroformed Copper
Copper can develop a green patina (verdigris) upon contact with skin or in humid environments. Store in a zip bag, remove before showering, and clean with a dry cloth. See jewelry care guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the rose quartz in this piece treated or dyed?
No detectable treatment. The pink color is natural, caused by the stone's mineralogical composition. The piece does not include formal gemological certification, but massive rose quartz is not commonly dyed in the lapidary market.
Can copper stain skin?
Prolonged contact with copper can leave a harmless, washable greenish or brownish mark. If you prefer, apply clear jewelry varnish to areas of friction, without covering the stone.
How do you care for rose quartz?
Clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Rose quartz can fade with prolonged exposure to intense direct sunlight. See the jewelry care guide.
Are the dimensions exact?
The indicated dimensions are 51 × 23 mm (±0.5 mm), measured for the entire piece. The stone is free-form with no industrial calibration.
More about rose quartz: properties and uses. See also: handmade pendants | outlet collection.
