{"product_id":"cuarzo-rosa-mariposa","title":"Butterfly Pendant · Rose Quartz","description":"\u003cp\u003eElectroformed 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePiece Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMineral\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eRose Quartz (quartz, rose variety)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003ePiece Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e51 × 23 mm (includes setting and copper butterfly)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eStone Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eFree-form oval, flat back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturing Technique\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper electroforming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMetal Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper with aged patina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMineral Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e7 Mohs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMineral Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUntreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003ePiece Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUnique piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThis specific piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCopper Electroforming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRose Quartz in Lapidary Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare for Electroformed Copper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper 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 \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/cuidado-de-tus-joyas\"\u003ejewelry care guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the rose quartz in this piece treated or dyed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan copper stain skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProlonged 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you care for rose quartz?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Rose quartz can fade with prolonged exposure to intense direct sunlight. See the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/cuidado-de-tus-joyas\"\u003ejewelry care guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the dimensions exact?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe indicated dimensions are 51 × 23 mm (±0.5 mm), measured for the entire piece. The stone is free-form with no industrial calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore about rose quartz: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/propiedades-de-los-minerales\/cuarzo-rosa\"\u003eproperties and uses\u003c\/a\u003e. See also: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/colgantes\"\u003ehandmade pendants\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/outlet\"\u003eoutlet collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54518902882627,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/8818\/4355\/files\/2026-02-1411.59.57.jpg?v=1780340016","url":"https:\/\/animamundicrystals.com\/en\/products\/cuarzo-rosa-mariposa","provider":"Anima Mundi Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}