Frequently asked questions
I've tried copper jewelry before and it didn't work. Why would this be different?
Almost certainly because what you had on before wasn't solid copper.
Most copper jewelry sold online is only copper-plated — a thin layer over a base metal underneath, meaning barely any real copper actually touches your skin.
Every piece we make is 100% pure copper, straight through. No plating, no base metal, no shortcuts. The difference between solid and plated copper against your skin is real, and most people can feel it right away.
Consistency matters too — pure copper is made to be worn daily, not just now and then. Give it a full month of everyday wear before you judge it.
How do I take care of copper jewelry?
You can check my full copper care guide by clicking here.
Does copper actually do anything?
It's the question we hear most. Here's what we know:
Copper has been worn against the skin for thousands of years — worn quietly, daily, long before modern medicine existed.
We don't make promises about what it will do for you. What we do know is that the people who start wearing House of Copper rarely stop. They come back, year after year, without needing convincing twice.
Call it what you want. They noticed something worth keeping.
Is there any scientific evidence?
Clinical research on this has been mixed, and we're not going to pretend it hasn't.
What we can say is this: copper has been worn against the skin for over 3,000 years, across nearly every culture on earth. Roman soldiers wore it. Ayurvedic healers wore it. It was passed from mother to daughter, generation after generation.
None of them were running controlled trials. They were wearing what the women before them wore.
Our customers aren't scientists either. Most of them just tried everything else first.
Can I wear it in water, or in the shower?
Yes, you can.
Pure copper holds up well — it's been worn by fishermen, farmers, and laborers through every kind of weather and water for generations.
A few things worth knowing:
- Saltwater and chlorine speed up the patina process — your piece will darken faster than it would with everyday dry wear
- That's not damage. It's simply copper reacting to its environment, the way real metal does
- Frequent, extended exposure to chlorinated pools may affect the surface finish over time
If you'd rather keep the original shine as long as possible, rinse with fresh water after swimming and pat dry. Otherwise, wear it freely — it's made to be part of your daily life, not something you take off and store away.
Is this just an overpriced piece of metal?
Copper is a base metal, that's true.
What you're paying for is 100% pure material, shaped by hand, one piece at a time — and a standard we've refused to compromise on.
We've kept tight control over every piece in this collection because we won't cut corners for volume. No mass production. No plating. No shortcuts.
Every piece is shaped, detailed, and finished by hand. Once a piece is gone, it's gone.
You can find a copper-plated bracelet for a few dollars anywhere. This isn't that.
Do you offer a money-back guarantee?
Yes. Full refund, no questions asked.
If a piece isn't right for you for any reason — it doesn't fit, it's not what you expected, or you simply changed your mind — send it back and we'll refund you completely.
How long does shipping take?
- US & UK: 5–10 business days
- Canada, Australia, New Zealand & rest of world: 6–12 business days
Free shipping above $59.