Copper has existed underground for millennia, absorbing the energy and beliefs of those who came before us. Many modern witches use copper spell bowls and wands to amplify the power of their spell work, and for good reason. According to ancient folkloric beliefs, copper has the ability to conduct spiritual energy between people, their auras, crystals, and the spirit realms. Similarly to the way electrical wires conduct electricity, this metal can serve as hotline between dimensions.
The word ‘copper’ comes from the word – and island – Cyprus. It’s believed that this is where the Goddess Venus was born, and it is also one of the places where copper was extensively mined in ancient times. The planet Venus has long been associated with the Sacred Feminine. As the only feminine planet in the solar system, Venus rules over love, beauty, and wealth. However, while some crystals are very feminine in nature, and other crystals hold a masculine vibration, copper blends the two, being neither and both simultaneously.
Balances Solar and Lunar energy
Metaphysically, copper is a balancing metal that serves to balance Solar and Lunar energy. This means that as well as enlivening and invigorating, it also cools, allowing us to reflect, receive and connect with our emotions.
Strengthens, clarifies and cleanses magick
An excellent amplifier, copper has the ability to strengthen thoughts, psychic knowledge, magick, and communications. It can also be used to clarify and cleanse the intentions that are channeled through it. So in the case of a wand or a spell bowl, the presence of copper can help to clarify and cleanse its magical effect.
Boosts your spiritual connection
As a conductor of energy, this vital metal is known to stimulate psychic energy, and it's a great tool to boost your intuition as you would with a crystal. Wearing copper bracelets or a copper ring can also activate these spiritual properties, as well as improving the connection that you have with your Spirit Guides.
Clears your Chakras
Copper stimulates the flow of energy. It opens up and clears the flow of blocked energy throughout all your Chakras, removing stagnant and blocked energy and creating a clear channel for overall spiritual, mental and physical wellbeing.
Holds knowledge from the Underworld
Like all metals and minerals, copper comes from deep below the surface of the Earth. This means that in Shamanic and Earth-based traditions, it holds medicine and wisdom from the Underworld. This element can be used as a supportive, grounding tool for traversing the personal underworld, especially in shadow work.
Provides physical healing
On a physical level, the healing properties of copper bracelets are widely recognised. Copper jewelry is proven to ease joint stiffness and rheumatoid arthritis, improve blood circulation and overall cardiovascular health.