{"product_id":"copper-on-matrix-mineral","title":"Copper on Matrix - Mineral","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Ray Mine, Pinal County, Arizona, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eCopper on matrix from the Ray Mine in Arizona is a classic example of native copper occurring within a large-scale porphyry copper system. These specimens typically show reddish metallic copper distributed across or embedded within a host rock, often forming branching, wire-like, or irregular masses. The contrast between the bright metallic copper and the surrounding matrix—commonly altered volcanic or intrusive rock—gives these pieces a strong visual and geological appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eThe Ray Mine is one of Arizona’s major porphyry copper deposits, formed through hydrothermal processes driven by igneous activity. In these systems, copper-rich fluids circulate through fractured rock, depositing copper and other minerals as temperatures and pressures change. Native copper can form in zones where conditions allow copper to remain in its metallic state rather than bonding with sulfur to form sulfide minerals. These deposits represent some of the most economically significant copper sources in the world and are a defining feature of Arizona’s mining history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eCopper is often associated with energy flow, conductivity, and connection. Its natural ability to conduct heat and electricity has long made it symbolically linked to movement and transmission, and many people are drawn to it as a material that represents vitality and continuity. In natural form on matrix, it carries a raw, industrial feel that reflects both its geological origin and its role in human development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cu (native copper)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChakra\u003c\/b\u003e: Root \u0026amp; Sacral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 30mm x15mm x15mm\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 8g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the \"staff pick option\", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arizona, U.S.A.","offers":[{"title":"Poor \/ Standard","offer_id":48167172276394,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Poor \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":48167172309162,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Good \/ Standard","offer_id":48167165067434,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Good \/ Staff Pick","offer_id":48167165100202,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/CopperonMatrix-Mineral-5.jpg?v=1775709689","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/pa\/products\/copper-on-matrix-mineral","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}