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What is a genuine marcasite?
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Genuine marcasite is a gemstone, but it also refers to a kind of jewelry that involves embedding microscopic fragments of pyrite in silver motifs. Marcasite jewelry has a distinct appearance and is commonly found in vintage jewelry. Genuine marcasite will have a stamp that says "925". The facets of the polished marcasite pieces reflect light, giving it an appealing gleam. Find a wide range of genuine marcasite jewelry pieces on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Shop for Vintage Marcasite Brooch on 1stDibs
Classic Silver Marcasite Brooch circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
We have given the brooch a light clean. We replaced two missing marcasites.
Category
Mid-20th Century Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Silver
Sterling Silver Enamel Butterfly Pin Marcasite Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
This Measures 2.85 in x 2.44 in wide. Marcasites scattered throughout the Brooch and a large faceted crystal in the center.
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Sterling Silver, Enamel
LB offers Sterling Marcasite Judith Jack Brooch Pyrite Rock Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a lovely Judith Jack,
Sterling Silver and Marcasite brooch centerpiece necklace. This piece is stunning on a beautiful string of square cut Pyrite beads, Mar...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Sterling Silver
$160 Sale Price
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LB offers a mid 20th c. Sterling Marcasite Sun brooch pendant crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Vintage, mid 20th century, Sterling Silver and Marcasite brooch Pendant necklace. This piece is Stunning and will set you apart from the crowd.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Labradorite, Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver
$168 Sale Price
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Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite Bow Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage Sterling Silver Marcasite Bow Brooch — Elegant Ribbon Design, Sparkling Hand-Set Marcasites
This exquisite vintage sterling silver bow brooch features an elegant ribbon silh...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Vintage Mid-Century Rose Brooch Marcasite Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The naturalistically modelled flower is made out of silver and covered all over with round cut and polished marcasites. The reverse of the brooch is marked silver.
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-War Brooches
Materials
Marcasite, Silver


