Marcasite is sometimes called as white iron pyrite and they are crystals of pyrite which are made into enchanting jewelry. Conversely, true marcasite is a mineral which is yellow in color formed from iron sulfite. It is a comparatively a soft stone which breaks into tiny bits after a period of time.

Marcasite which is actually a pyrite which is used as jewelry made in combination with other metals like silver and also with other gems. Marcasite is brassy yellowish color with some greenish tint that is the result of oxidation.

Marcasite is also available as black gemstone with a chatoyant quality when struck with light. It is found that good quality marcasite gems have a bright silver color when they are cut at the top with a number of small facets. It absorbs the light and glitters like small little cute diamonds.

Marcasite Jewelry: Marcasite is used in combination with high quality silver and other stones create intricate designs which are evocative of earlier times. Marcasite Jewelry is made from metallic pale yellow mineral called white iron-pyrite. It is normally set with silver in traditional fashion thereby producing classic beautiful jewelry of great quality.

Marcasite was known to be worn by Cleopatra and it is believed that it helped her to preserve her beauty. It was also worn by Queen Victoria for over 40 years. The popularity of Marcasite has grown again in recent times due to its adorable beauty and attractive value for money.

Marcasite is popularly used in rings, earrings, pendants, lockets, necklaces, and a number of other kinds of jewellery. It can be set with various other gemstones or it can be even worn as a standalone item.

Marcasite is becoming increasingly fashionable these days again due to the fascination of jewelry lovers towards the vintage things. A number of celebrities are now wearing marcasite jewelry. Marcasite jewelry is elegant, stunning, classy and stylish and is a great option for all occasions.