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Brass-This
metal was often fashioned into shapes and flashing medallions to deflect
the evil eye and protect one's horses.
Coinsilver-Many
African pendants were fashioned from coins and other metal objects. Today,
any metal that is salvageable is used for making their beautifully artistic
creations.
Copper-Its
planetary association is Venus because it came from Cyprus, the sacred
island of the Goddess Venus. It is said to be the best material to transmit
healing powers.
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Gold-can
vary in color from white (alloyed with silver, platinum, nickel or zinc)
to rose (alloyed with copper) to blue (alloyed with iron) depending on the
color and hardness desired. Yellow gold varies in hue depending on the amount
of impurities it contains. Protective and masculine, Gold extends awareness
and motivates the wearer. |
Sterling
Silver-an alloy that is 92.5% pure silver, usually with some copper
added for hardness and to delay tarnishing. It is said to be essentially
a feminine metal while promoting intuition and psychic powers. It is reputed
for being calming to the personality. |
