Copper Queen

Product Description

Copper Queen are 2 inch long earrings of copper and carnelian! Copper ear wires leading to a small bead of copper to a ridged barrel of copper and finally to a faceted round of opulent carnelian!

In times long ago, carnelians were the gems of royalty. They were favored for their deep rusty red colors, and lore of the times said they helped focus thought, bring courage and inspire noble and eloquent speaking.  Ancient Warriors wore Carnelian necklaces as it was said to bring courage and physical power to enable these warriors to conquer their enemies. The master architects of Egypt wore carnelian to show their rank of builder.It was believed to be one of the first stones in the breastplate of the High Priest of the ancient Israelites, it signified the blood of the martyrs and was once believed to prevent illness and the Plague.