Sonora Sunrise Chrysocolla Pendant

A sonora sunrise chrysocolla stone is set using lead free jeweler’s solder which is a mixture of tin, copper and silver. The sterling silver chain is finished with my signature sterling silver clasp. Length about 18” and is adjustable. The clasp can link to any part of the chain

This Chrysocolla Cuprite is from the Milpillas Mine, Cuitata, Municipio de Cananea, Sonora, Mexico. The mine opened in 2006. Though most copper mines are open pit mines, this material is covered by 1000 feet of gravel! The mine closed in 2019 and this material is no longer coming out! Chrysocolla is known as a healing stone among Native American Indian cultures where it was used for strengthening the body’s resistance and bringing about calm feelings where there is upset. Chrysocolla is named from the Greek chrysos - “gold” and kolla - “glue” in allusion to the name of the material used to solder gold. Cuprite is named from the Latin, cuprum, meaning copper. Chrysocolla is associated with serenity, tranquility, peace, patience, tolerance, acceptance, unconditional love, meditation, calmness, hope, gentleness and sensitivity.