My Kind of Brass

As you may know, I have a profound love for black tourmaline—it is a formidable guardian and a powerful super cleanser, grounding, empowering, and protecting those who seek its energy. It dispels dark energies, creating a sacred space that welcomes in the light, luck, and prosperity - and we all need a bit of that. With its remarkable ability to slice through spiralling or repetitive negative thoughts, it guides you to listen to and trust your inner voice. For those navigating the challenges of anxiety (and I speak from personal experience), black tourmaline becomes a loyal ally, acting as a mystical shield against energy vampires. They also look like they have been lifted up from the earths core… Love them. 

Then we turn to brass. Alloys don’t get as much focus as pure metals in magic. The usual line seems to be that “alloys embody the magical combination of their metals.” But to what degree, and how? There’s also the notion that since naturally occurring alloys are rarer than pure metal, a metal that requires human manipulation to produce has diluted magical power. I don’t think that’s true. Intentional creation is powerful.

Brass was introduced around 500 BC, and is made from an alloy of Copper and Zinc. It has a low melting point (900 c); flows when melted which is great, but it is susceptible to stress cracking.  People often request for their jewellery to be made in it, as it looks a lot like 9ct yellow gold, but much more affordable.

Brass has metaphysical healing properties to boost the immune system and it helps eliminate toxins in the body. It’s also good for skeleton problems. It is know give courage. Repeated wearing of Brass jewellery pieces will cause them to take on your own body chemistry revealing your personal energy signature. It oxidises green (vert-de-gris) from long exposer to chemicals, sweat, perfume, air.

Though these have a fairly stable crystal structure, it is always a best practice to be gentle handling them. Cleanse in the sun for a few hours, or in the moonlight overnight, or if you have a selenite plate that would be perfect.  

Weight: 58 g

Height: 6 cm