Aurum Metallicum is the homeopathic remedy prepared from metallic gold. In homeopathic practice it is most strongly associated with deep emotional states — heavy low mood, grief and self-reproach — and, traditionally, with complaints of the heart and circulation and with bone pains that are worse at night.
Below we look at Aurum's source, the classic indications homeopaths connect it with, the characteristic picture, and the forms and potencies available.
The short version: Aurum Metallicum, made from gold, is the classic homeopathic remedy associated with deep gloom, grief and heaviness of spirit.
What is Aurum Metallicum made from?
Aurum Metallicum is prepared from pure gold (aurum). Gold is insoluble and inert in its natural state, so homeopathy makes it usable through trituration — grinding it with lactose through successive stages before further dilution. This process is how many mineral and metal remedies are brought into homeopathic form.
What is Aurum traditionally used for in homeopathy?
Aurum is a deep-acting remedy, and in homeopathic practice it is associated with:
- Heavy, dark low mood — a sense of gloom, hopelessness and worthlessness, often following disappointment or loss.
- Grief and self-reproach — dwelling on failures and feeling one has let others down.
- Heart and circulation complaints — palpitations and a sense of congestion around the chest.
- Bone and joint pains, classically worse at night.
- Sensitivity to noise, disappointment and contradiction.
Who reaches for Aurum? The typical picture
The Aurum picture is often that of a serious, driven, conscientious person who has become weighed down — the perfectionist who has hit a wall. There is a marked heaviness of spirit, and complaints tend to feel worse at night and in the cold, and somewhat better in the open air and with warmth. Because these are deep states, Aurum is usually chosen with the help of an experienced practitioner rather than for a passing mood.
What forms and potencies does Aurum come in?
Aurum Metallicum is available as pillules, tablets, liquid drops and ampoules, and is commonly used in potencies such as 6C or 30C as well as higher potencies chosen by practitioners. Follow the label or professional guidance.
Your natural toolkit — and which to reach for
You'll find gold as a homeopathic ingredient in remedies such as this drop formula, where Aurum is combined with other ingredients.
Aurumheel N - Drops — reach for this if you prefer a ready-made liquid combination featuring Aurum.
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Common questions
What is Aurum Metallicum used for?
It is traditionally associated with deep low mood, grief and self-reproach, and with heart, circulation and bone complaints. It is educational information, not a treatment or cure for depression or heart disease.
Does Aurum contain real gold?
It is prepared from gold, but through trituration and dilution the finished homeopathic remedy does not contain a material dose.
Should I use Aurum for low mood on my own?
Aurum is a deep-acting remedy and low mood can be serious. It is best considered with a qualified practitioner, and persistent or severe low mood should always be discussed with a health professional.
Note: This page is for general education and is not medical advice. Homeopathic remedies are used within a tradition of self-care and are not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms are severe, persistent or worsening, please speak to a qualified health professional.