Hematite Copper Beads on a .925 Silver Chain offers a sleek and sophisticated look.
Copper hematite" typically refers to natural hematite (which is iron oxide and usually dark gray/black) that has been treated or coated with a thin layer of copper. This process, often called ion plating (IPG), bonds copper ions to the hematite's surface at an atomic level, creating a durable and highly metallic copper finish. The color can range from a bright, polished copper to a more antique or burnished copper, often with a lovely metallic sheen that catches the light. Unlike solid copper, these beads maintain the density and smooth, cool feel characteristic of hematite.
A piece combining copper hematite beads with a .925 sterling silver chain is quite distinctive. The contrast between the warm, inviting copper tone of the beads and the cool, bright luster of the silver chain creates a visually interesting and harmonious balance. This pairing offers a sophisticated, contemporary, and often earthy look.
Length 18"