Does copper have health benefits? Does copper help with arthritis?
Yes, copper is a well known anti-inflammatory, which is absorbed by the skin into the body. It releases the anti-inflammatory properties into the body which can help ease joint pain and inflammation.
Do you make all of your products yourself?
Yes, all of the products on my website are handmade by me, right here in my workshop in Raumati South on the Kapiti Coast. A lot of work goes into every piece and I only work with copper and brass.
Will my skin turn green while wearing copper?
Yes, the skin can turn slightly green when you sweat or when the ring or bracelet gets in touch with moisture. This washes off, and this is how you know it is a real copper ring or bracelet and that your skin is absorbing the minerals from the copper.
Where do you buy your copper and brass from?
I buy new copper sheets from a supplier in Lower Hutt, and I buy recycled and weathered copper from scrap metal suppliers in Wellington and Lower Hutt.
How does the green copper end up green?
I use old, recycled and weathered copper for the green artwork, stock availability depends on if I can find old and weathered copper that is suitable.
What sizes are the copper bracelets?
I offer these standard sizes:
Small – 150mm long, 1.2mm Copper & Brass
Medium – 170mm long, 1.2mm Copper & Brass
Large – 190mm long, 1.2mm Copper & Brass
Standard widths are:
5mm, 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 50mm
The best way to determine the correct size is to measure your wrist circumference and take 10mm off that measurement.
All bracelets are split to allow some movement and to put on / take off easily.
Custom bracelets can be made as a special order.
What sizes are the copper and brass rings?
Small – 58mm long, 17mm inside diameter, 1.2mm Copper & Brass
Medium – 63mm long, 18.5mm inside diameter, 1.2mm Copper & Brass
Large – 68mm long, 20mm inside diameter, 1.2mm Copper & Brass
Standard widths are:
5mm and 10mm
The best way to determine the correct size is to measure your existing rings precisely with a tape measure or ideally with digital calipers. Catering for everyone’s finger circumference is challenging so I recommend measuring your existing rings before ordering.
All rings are split to allow some movement and to put on / take off easily. Fingers can also swell up during warmer weather.
Custom rings can be made as a special order.
What are the different finishes on your art & jewellery?
Brushed finish – Brushed with a tool for smooth finish
Hammered finish – Tiny little dots created with a special hammer
Ripped finish – Tiny little lines created with a special hammer
Natural finish – Special heat treatment on all of these products
Do you offer Sterling Silver earring hooks?
Yes, I can offer any pair of earrings with Sterling Silver earring hooks. These hooks will be an additional $15.00.
The earring hooks on my earring range are a metal alloy mix and not real copper or brass, so there is less of a chance for you to react to them.
Will the copper stay shiny forever?
No, it is impossible to preserve the shiny pieces forever. Because copper oxidises with sweat, air and moisture it will oxidise and change its colour over time, even though all the shiny pieces have three layers of a high quality copper and brass clear laquer applied.
The less the piece is scratched, near the sea or near water the less likely it will oxidise and stay shiny for longer. You can wear it in the shower or pool but it will oxidise more quickly and your skin will turn more green.
How do the darker, natural looking pieces turn this unique colour?
The natural looking products all have undergone a special heat treatment. This process will change its colour to a unique, never to be replicated pattern. It also makes the copper softer which is important for the bracelets which are taken on and off a lot.
Please note, because of the heat treatment no pattern can ever be replicated and is unique. There will be slight changes in colour for all of my natural finish products.
How quickly can I get a product?
I can post my products anywhere in New Zealand via NZ Couriers ( Overnight shipping Mon – Fri ) and can also ship overseas via NZ Post.
Please note: I own and operate Copper Uncovered by myself and I aim to ship your product/s as soon as possible. Delays can happen if stock levels are low and products still need to be manufactured.
Do you do customer orders?
Yes, I am able to customise most of my products, I can mix colours and also change the shape and colour.
I can also punch in names and numbers for an additional cost into most products with my punching tools. (Capital letters only, one size only for letters or numbers).
Do you offer discounts?
No, I don’t offer discounts as every single piece has been carefully hand crafted and a lot of work goes into every single piece.
I sometimes end up with old stock from the fairs over sommer (November to March) which have some imperfections through oxidisation. These products are older and have some oxidation and aren’t as shiny as new stock, I sometimes sell these pieces a little bit cheaper.
Can I see you work besides visiting the Arts Trail?
Yes, I attend the following fairs every year:
Kapiti Arts Trail – First two weekends of November.
Thorndon Fair – First Sunday in December.
Martinborough Fair – First Saturday in February and the first Saturday in March.
Newtown Festival – First Sunday in March.
How did you get into copper and brass art?
I have a long background in sheet metal work going back to 2001. I am a qualified Roof Plumber from Switzerland and my dad owns a roofing business in Switzerland. He taught me from an early age how to work with copper and other metals. I then started to create art by making Christmas and birthday gifts for friends or family.
Got any more questions?
Please call me: 0210 295 6900
Please e- mail me : copper.uncovered@gmail.com
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