{"product_id":"mokaita-rosa-lagrima-mariposa","title":"Pink Mookaite Butterfly Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eButterfly pendant, made using copper electroforming, with a pale peach-pink teardrop-shaped Australian Mookaite stone. The Mookaite jasper adds a chromatic delicacy to the piece, contrasting with the organic textures of the electroformed copper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eItem details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eMineral\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMookaite (Radiolarian chert — microcrystalline SiO₂)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTechnique\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eCopper electroforming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003ePiece dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 48 × 26 mm (butterfly + stone · ±2 mm)\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 natural dark patina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eStone hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 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\u003eWestern Australia (Mooka Creek, Kennedy Range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNo detectable treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-of-a-kind piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout this specific piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mookaite in this pendant is a very pale and uniform peach-pink — almost cream at the edges — with a slight warmer tonal vein visible in the center of the teardrop. The mineral is opaque, and the mirror polish gives a soft, silky finish to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the muted pink of the Mookaite with the patinated copper of the butterfly creates a warm and subdued ensemble, very different from the drama of pieces with labradorite. A piece for those who prefer chromatic subtlety over intense visual effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe electroforming process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectroforming deposits copper onto the stone, which is submerged in a copper sulfate bath under controlled electrical current. The metal grows layer by layer around the mineral to form a solid setting, without soldering or mechanical closures. The final geometry depends on the exact shape of that mineral fragment — which is why each piece is unique and cannot be mass-produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMookaite in lapidary tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMookaite gets its name from Mooka Creek in the Kennedy Range region of Western Australia, the only place in the world where it is mined. It is a radiolarian chert — a siliceous rock formed by the accumulation of marine radiolarian skeletons — with a hardness of 6–7 Mohs and a great chromatic variety ranging from yellow to red, beige to pink. Australian Aboriginal people have known and worked with this rock since ancient times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn crystal tradition, Mookaite is associated with grounding and adaptability — the stone of those who know how to be present.\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 greenish patina (verdigris) over time or with prolonged contact with sweaty skin. To slow this down: avoid contact with water, perfume, and creams; store in a sealed bag. If verdigris appears, remove with a soft damp cloth and dry thoroughly immediately. Full guide: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/cuidado-de-tus-joyas\"\u003ejewelry care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Mookaite genuine and from Australia?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Mookaite is a mineral exclusive to Western Australia; any authentic Mookaite comes from that region. No detectable treatment. Statement based on lapidary observation; no formal gemological certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan copper stain the skin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can leave a faint greenish mark with prolonged contact with sweat. It is not harmful or allergenic for most people; it washes off with soap and water. If you have known sensitivity to copper, consult before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should the piece be cared for long-term?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from moisture and chemicals. Clean with a dry cloth. The copper patina can be maintained or slowed down depending on use and care. See full guide in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/cuidado-de-tus-joyas\"\u003ejewelry care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee also: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/colgantes\"\u003eall pendants\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/outlet\"\u003eartisan outlet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi Crystals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54518890168643,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0042\/8818\/4355\/files\/2026-02-1412.04.31.jpg?v=1780339527","url":"https:\/\/animamundicrystals.com\/en\/products\/mokaita-rosa-lagrima-mariposa","provider":"Anima Mundi Crystals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}