One of our most popular ranges, Marcasite is classic, beautiful and elegant. With an Art deco or 1920's design, it is a timeless and vintage look. This type of jewellery has an appealing antique appearance, and many buy it for its estate jewellery look. Because Marcasite and Sterling Silver are such a stunning combination, this gem is most often set with silver or another white metal. It is rarely used with yellow gold, as they do not tend to blend well.

The gem is usually cut into the shape of a pyramid when used in jewellery. Onyx is frequently teamed with Marcasite for an attractive design, as are Pearl and Mother of Pearl. 

We stock a variety of rings, earrings and pendants, which are all set in Sterling Silver. Some pieces also have black Onyx, red or green Agate, Pearls and Garnets.

Marcasite is actually the white form of Iron Pyrite. Yellow Iron Pyrate is referred to as "Fools Gold".  

Marcasite jewelry has a history that stretches back hundreds and hundreds of years. Archaeologists have discovered examples of Iron Pyrite jewelry in Incan burial places in Peru, and ancient Greeks were also known to use it to adorn themselves. Marcasite was popular during the 18th century and was frequently seen in lockets, brooches and cameos.

This gem was also favored during the Victorian era and was widely used in that time period. After the death of her husband, Britain's Queen Victoria chose to wear the black clothing and jewellery symbolic of widowhood and continued to do so until her death decades later. Her subjects followed her lead, and somber clothing and accessories in dark and muted shades were the fashion for many years. Iron pyrite's darker hues made it ideal for this type of jewelry, and its low price tag made it a favorite.