10 Reasons Why Thousands of Women Are Switching to This 99.9% Pure Copper Jewellery to Improve Joint Comfort, Circulation and Daily Energy
Over 20 years of Julie & Mary Jewellery.
By Patricia Harrison · London, United Kingdom
Posted 20 October 2026 · 5 min read
Most people have never considered that a metal worn against their skin could mean more to their daily life than anything sitting on their kitchen counter.
For 3,000 years, copper was the one thing people kept coming back to. Warriors wore it on their wrists. Craftsmen wore it on their hands. Generations who needed their bodies to keep working chose copper not as decoration, but as daily practice.
It’s one of the oldest wellness traditions in human history. And almost nobody in the modern world is talking about it any more.
My name is Patricia Harrison. I’m 68 and live in London. I recently came across Julie & Mary Jewellery, a little London boutique run by two sisters who have spent over 20 years choosing lovely, affordable jewellery.
— Patricia
Copper Is the Mineral Everyone Forgot About
Copper is one of the essential trace minerals the human body has always depended on. It plays a role in energy, circulation and the collagen that holds connective tissue together.
Copper is an essential mineral, but wearing copper jewellery is not a proven way to treat a deficiency. I’m drawn to copper for its character, warmth and long history.
There is no reliable evidence that wearing a copper bracelet provides enough copper through the skin to improve health. But it can still be a lovely part of an everyday routine.
It’s worth remembering that jewellery and nutritional supplements serve very different purposes.
A Little Everyday Comfort Can Make All the Difference
Copper has a long history in jewellery, and there’s something reassuring about a simple bracelet that sits comfortably on your wrist.
I’ve owned bracelets that pinched and caught on my clothes, so comfort matters to me. A pretty piece isn’t much use if you’re forever taking it off.
Copper jewellery hasn’t been shown to relieve arthritis or joint pain. I simply look for pieces that feel pleasant to wear throughout the day.
A Warm Copper Finish That Fits Into Everyday Life
Cold hands. Slow mornings. That heavy feeling by evening. As I get older, I appreciate small everyday comforts more than ever.
A copper bracelet is an easy way to add a warm, earthy colour to an ordinary outfit, whether you’re heading out for coffee or staying in.
I like the colour of copper against the skin. It has a character of its own, although wearing it has not been shown to improve circulation or energy.
In a World Full of Plastic — Copper Is the Opposite
The average woman over 50 has spent decades surrounded by plastic, synthetics and materials her grandmother wouldn’t have recognised.
Copper is a naturally occurring metal with a distinctive colour and finish. Although copper surfaces have certain antimicrobial properties, that does not mean wearing copper jewellery improves your immune system or health.
You can’t undo the modern world. But you can choose to wear something real. Something the earth made, and human hands shaped.
5,000+ Women Have Chosen Julie & Mary — And Many Come Back for More
Julie & Mary say that over 5,000 women have chosen their jewellery. Many bought pieces for their daughters. Their sisters. Their mothers. Many came back for a second, a third, a fourth — a bracelet, then a ring, then earrings.
When people keep coming back without being asked to, you stop needing any other proof.
A Small Daily Ritual That Makes Me Smile
Sometimes putting on a favourite bracelet is a little moment just for me. At 68, I rather enjoy those small rituals that make an ordinary day feel nicer.
There is no good evidence that wearing copper jewellery improves memory or mental clarity. What matters to me is choosing something I genuinely enjoy wearing.
I always think the pieces you love are the ones you naturally reach for again and again.
Most “Copper” Jewellery Sold Online Isn’t Copper
Look through an online marketplace and you may find copper-coloured bracelets for £8, £12 or £15.
But copper-coloured does not necessarily mean solid copper.
Some pieces are made from another metal with a copper-coloured coating or plating. That’s why I like to check the product description rather than assume every piece is made from solid copper.
What real materials cost
Check the material stated on each Julie & Mary product page to see whether a piece is solid copper, plated or made from another material.
Copper may develop a patina over time or leave a temporary green mark on the skin. That is a natural reaction, but not a reliable test of purity.
A 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
I know how disappointing it can be when something ordered online is not quite what you expected.
Julie & Mary offer a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Knowing there is a returns policy gives me a little more reassurance before ordering.
The 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
You have 30 days from delivery to request a return, subject to the returns policy.
Contact Julie & Mary within 30 days of receiving your order to request an eligible return. Please check the returns policy for conditions and return postage costs.
That reassurance makes shopping online feel a little easier.
Over 20 Years of Jewellery — And a Personal Touch
Julie & Mary are two sisters who have spent over 20 years sharing their love of jewellery in London.
There’s something lovely about discovering a smaller family business and the story behind its collection.
After 20 years, it feels rather special to see them celebrating their journey.
Some Pieces Become Part of Your Story
I’ve kept some jewellery for years simply because it reminds me of a person or a happy day.
A bracelet or necklace can become a lovely reminder of a family occasion. Copper can naturally change colour as it ages, adding to its distinctive character.
Sometimes jewellery means more than the piece itself.
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Patricia Harrison · London, UK© 2026 Patricia Harrison. Patricia Harrison’s personal account of Julie & Mary Jewellery · London, United Kingdom. Copper jewellery is not a medical treatment.