Buy Marcasite Jewellery Online
For centuries, marcasite jewellery has cast a mesmerising spell over jewellery enthusiasts the world over. This captivating jewellery style blends elegance with vintage appeal, making it the perfect addition to any wardrobe. Marcasite jewellery has been in vogue since the Victorian era, Art Deco and even into modern times. With their distinctive metallic lustre and mesmerising sparkle, Marcasite jewellery is the perfect accessory for anyone who loves to stand out from the crowd.
Marcasite jewellery is essentially gold-coloured, silver-coloured, or a golden green colour. It often has darker sections, which intensify the sparkling effect and create the visual appearance of facets. The faceted stones reflect light, creating an enchanting twinkling sparkle that instantly captures attention and turns heads. It has a similar look to diamonds, but is considerably less expensive. This makes it a popular choice for those who want to add a touch of glamour to their outfit without spending an arm and leg on a piece of high-end jewellery.
It is believed that marcasite was first used as a decorative gemstone by the Incas, with large quantities of the mineral found in Incan burial chambers. It later became popular in Victorian England when Queen Victoria began wearing marcasite jewellery to mark her mourning after the death of her husband in 1861. At the time, marcasite was regarded as the ideal alternative to opulent diamond jewellery.
How to Buy Marcasite Jewellery Online
In the era of industrialisation and machine-driven manufacturing, marcasite became more common as people favoured structured and geometric forms over intricately detailed jewellery. The popularity of the style rose again in the 20th century as the movement known as Art Deco saw people favouring geometric forms and dark marcasite over brighter styles.
When shopping for marcasite jewellery online, it is important to find a reputable seller who offers genuine pieces. To avoid buying fakes, check the marcasite jewellery for a stamp on the silver base set indicating authenticity, and also make sure the marcasite is secured in place with metal claws or settings rather than glued in as this will be more durable over the long term. The stones should also be magnetic – marcasite leaves a greenish black streak when scratched with a magnet, while steel does not.
Taking care of your marcasite jewellery is important to protect the stones and their lustrous shine. Marcasite is prone to oxidation and does best when stored in low humidity conditions, especially with anti-tarnish strips. It is also brittle and can crack when exposed to sharp blows, so always handle your marcasite jewellery with gentle care.
Hong Factory’s range of marcasite jewellery is extensive and includes necklaces, earrings and rings in a variety of designs. We can also customise the sizes of any of our marcasite jewellery pieces, so you can find the perfect piece to suit your personal style. For more information about our stunning collection, please browse our marcasite jewellery catalogue or visit us at one of our jewelry booths throughout the year at leading International Jewelry Fairs.