Raw Copper Nuggets from Arizona
Individual raw copper nuggets from Arizona.
This material is raw copper. The size of each nugget is medium to large.
Please select the weight and size that you'd like from the individual listings.
Copper is one of the few metals that occurs naturally in a pure form. It's known as native copper, which means it doesn't need to be extracted from an ore like other metals such as iron or aluminium.
Copper, which has been used by humans for over 10,000 years, was one of the first metals to be used for tools and weapons.
Although often described as a mineral, copper is a chemical element. On the periodic table, it's the symbol Cu, which comes from its Latin name, "cuprum."
Copper has antimicrobial properties which means it can kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses. This makes it useful for medical applications.
Copper is often alloyed with other metals, such as zinc, to make brass or tin to make bronze. It's the main alloy in sterling silver.
