Marcasite Jewellery by Online Website
Marcasite Jewellery by Online
It’s no secret that marcasite is a gorgeous gemstone. With its distinct metallic lustre and mesmerising sparkle it’s no wonder that this stone has enthralled jewellery enthusiasts since ancient times. This dazzling gem not only looks stunning, but it also has meaning and history behind it and is said to have healing powers.
Marcasite, which is pyrite in its purest form, was first used for jewellery by the ancient Egyptians and they loved it so much they even referred to it as “the poor relation of diamonds”. The rich Cleopatra was a great fan of marcasite and she would often wear it with her pearls. In the 18th and 19th centuries, marcasite saw a boom in popularity as it became a popular alternative to more expensive diamonds. This was mostly due to the fact that marcasite is far cheaper than diamonds, making it accessible to a wider audience of people. Marcasite jewellery was particularly popular in the Victorian era, especially when Queen Victoria adopted it for her mourning period after her husband Prince Albert died in 1861.
Today, marcasite is a favourite of both traditional and contemporary jewellery artisans around the world. NOVICA’s collection of marcasite jewellery showcases this stunning gemstone in pieces that are both elegant and intricate. Our marcasite jewellery is crafted by global artisans to highlight its natural metallic lustre, as well as to create pieces that showcase vintage-inspired designs.
Marcasite Jewellery by Online Website
NOVICA’s collection of marcasite rings, earrings and necklaces is the perfect way to show off your inner sparkle and add a touch of glamour to your everyday look. Our range of marcasite jewellery combines this timeless gemstone with sterling silver and other precious gems such as opals, amethysts and sapphires to create truly enchanting pieces.
Marcasite is a stunning stone that looks beautiful in any type of design. Our marcasite jewellery is available in a wide variety of styles, from traditional and Art Deco to modern. The lustre of marcasite is a perfect complement to any colour, from soft pastel pinks and antiqued hues to deeper burgundy and green shades.
We also have a selection of marcasite jewellery that is set with black gemstones such as onyx, obsidian and black jade. These pieces are often a mixture of marcasite and black onyx, creating a gorgeous contrast in colours that will help to enhance your complexion and look stunning when worn with a white dress or top. Our marcasite jewellery is handcrafted using fine marcasite gems, which are precision cut by the industry leading manufacturer Preciosa Fine Jewelry Stones.
We have a selection of stunning marcasite cuts to choose from including the modern rose cut and the beautiful table cut, both of which offer that classic marcasite look. It’s important to take care of your marcasite pieces as they can be quite delicate and will tarnish very quickly when exposed to high levels of humidity, so always wear them with anti-tarnish strips. Also, don’t submerge your marcasite jewellery in water or any chemical solutions, as this will damage the stones and cause them to deteriorate and break.