Marcasite jewelry usually refers to silver jewelry inlaid with small Pyrite stones. The most common precious metal used with marcasite is sterling silver. Due to the contrast between the two metallic gray shades, the combination is very bright, and it gives a special vintage look to silver jewelery. Marcasite earrings, rings, pendants and brooches are available on the market at very affordable prices, and they have their own antique charm that people of all ages like.
Properly maintained Marcasite silver jewelery actually improves with age, and a lush patina develops well during processing. Given the fact that marcasite jewelry is usually made of sterling silver, most tips for caring for silver jewelry are also applied here. Here are some tips on Marcasite jewelry assistance:
1. Store your jewelry in a clean, dry place.
2. Keep your silver marcasite in a jeweled case decorated with a cloth or even better in a box with compartments and dividers. If you prefer to use ordinary boxes, wrap each piece individually in special plastic pockets or soft paper.
3. Do not collect your jewelry in a box or in a box. Parts prone to scratches.
4. Never leave marcasite silver jewelry against a bare wood. Wood, especially oak, contains acid that will stain the surface of silver. Paper and cardboard, as they are products of wood pulp, have the same effect, so also avoid paper envelopes or small cardboard boxes.
5. The only way to clean and sanitize Marcasite jewelry is to clean it with a mild soap solution and water, after which the jewelry should be wiped carefully with a dry, soft, non-dull cloth.
6. Do not soak Marcasite jewelry in water.
7. Avoid steamers and ultrasonic cleaners, as they can damage Marcasite stones.
As with sterling silver jewelry as a whole, meticulous care will make Marcasite jewelry more beautiful and more ancient with time.
