Chalcopyrite (Peacock Ore) Rough | Medium

🌎 Source:  Mexico

🌙 All of our rough pieces are sized not by eye, but by weight so we can be sure all pieces within a size are cohesive. The weight range for these Medium roughs is as follows: 

⚖️ Weight Range:  80-150 gms

Chalcopyrite is a copper iron sulphide mineral that is named from the Greek word for “Copper” and “Pyrite”, and can most notably be seen as shades of yellow, green and grey. When Chalcopyrite is exposed to acid, its colour palette changes to deep purple, blues, violets, and yellows. This treated Chalcopyrite is commonly referred to as “Peacock Ore”.

Chalcopyrite has been the primary ore of copper since smelting began over five thousand years ago.  Some chalcopyrite ores contain significant amounts of zinc substituting for iron. Others contain enough silver or gold that the precious metal content more than pays the costs of mining.

Chalcopyrite, also called Peacock Ore is an uplifting stone, it grounds nervous energy which allows the body and mind to let go of stress and become calm. It can be used to enhance our perception and to awaken inner sight. Chalcopyrite removes energy blockages, cleansing, activating and aligning the chakras and energy bodies at the same time. It is an excellent aid to increase self esteem, banish fears and doubts and soothe the emotions.