BRASS MEANING

Brass, a precious alloy, is a material dating back to prehistoric times, with its secrets fully understood during the medieval period.

Its intentional development traces back to the Roman era, where zinc was gradually discovered and incorporated into copper to form brass. Previously, miners sought naturally zinc-rich copper ores. Zinc was gradually retrieved from nature, initially in accidental ways, to enrich copper.
Throughout the last millennium BCE, the use of brass spread from England to Spain, from Iran to India, eventually becoming sufficiently abundant to serve as currency, first in Phrygia and Bithynia, then throughout the Roman Empire.

Following the fall of the Roman Empire, brass production declined during the Middle Ages, although its use remained relatively strong in Eastern Europe. Conversely, in the West, its usage was more limited.

Nevertheless, brass remained extremely popular in the Islamic world, where numerous new production techniques were developed to meet the growing demand.

"Stonehenge" Celtic ring in brass

After the medieval period, brass experiences a spectacular resurgence in Europe, becoming a major production, particularly due to the innovation of new manufacturing processes. It often replaces gold or silver in decoration, before the discovery of America made these precious metals more accessible.

In Africa, brass retains a special significance, often considered more valuable than in European societies.
The Yorubas of the Ife kingdom, in present-day Nigeria, stand out for their remarkable mastery of metallurgy. Between the 12th and 14th centuries, this prosperous civilization produced rich metalwork, prominently featuring brass.
Later, the Kingdom of Benin takes over from the 13th century onwards, becoming renowned for its brass plaque sculptures and masks, demonstrating the continuity and evolution of metallurgical craftsmanship in Africa.

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BRASS HEALING PROPERTIES

Brass is known for its detoxification properties, helping to eliminate toxins from the body. This ability to purify the organism is often associated with its chemical composition and interactions with the human metabolism.

 

BRASS IN CONJUNCTION

Its copper-rich composition grants brass antimicrobial properties, making it a germicidal metal capable of eliminating microorganisms after minutes or hours of exposure. This feature renders it a preferred choice for applications where hygiene is paramount.

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