Copper Rutilated Quartz & Bronzite Earrings

These copper rutilated quartz and bronzite earrings feature warm, earthy tones in a refined and balanced design. The copper rutilated quartz displays natural rutile inclusions, while bronzite adds a soft bronze-brown depth. Gold-plated stainless steel completes the piece with a clean, understated finish.

General Information

• Stone name: Copper rutilated quartz / Bronzite

• Mineral class:

  • Copper rutilated quartz: Quartz with rutile inclusions

  • Bronzite: Pyroxene (enstatite group)

• Hardness (Mohs):

  • Copper rutilated quartz: approx. 7

  • Bronzite: approx. 5.5–6

• Main sources:

  • Rutilated quartz: Brazil, Madagascar

  • Bronzite: South Africa, Brazil

Energy & Meaning

Rutilated quartz was incorporated into European jewelry particularly during the 18th and 19th centuries, where its internal rutile lines were symbolically associated with direction and clarity.Bronzite gained popularity as an ornamental stone in the late 19th century, appreciated for its restrained and grounded appearance.

Together, copper rutilated quartz and bronzite are viewed as a balanced combination of clarity and inner stability. Copper rutilated quartz is valued for its naturally unique internal patterns, while bronzite contributes a subtle metallic sheen that has historically been used in European design to enhance visual harmony and composure.

Size & Details

• Stone size: approx. 9–10 mm

• Total length: approx. 3 cm

• Total weight: approx. 5 g per pair

• Metal parts: gold-plated stainless steel – durable, resistant to fading, and suitable for everyday wear