The area has many old copper and silver mines from mining activity during the late 19th century.

"You wouldn't try to fool an old copper, would you, boy?"

The roofs are steep and a green color like old copper.

The old coppers were best at running, having run so much during their lives.

"That wicked little old copper will be a thing of the past, when next we see the cottage," said Jack.

Engineers sent to check reported that it had a smooth, even surface not unlike the green patina on old copper.

It was hot in the street, and his mouth tasted like old copper.

Of course, it looks nothing like good old metallic copper, which bothers my students (and, I admit, me) to no end.

The older copper said he thought that was wise in these circumstances.

Not bad going that, and him supposed to be a hardened old copper.