Birthstone: Marcasite is one of the possible gemstones for November and is the zodiac stone for Scorpio.

Meaning: This gemstone is believed to be a talisman associated with wisdom, courage, and expression. The properties of marcasite also suggest it is a stone that inspires creativity when it comes to art and architecture.

What is Marcasite?

Marcasite is a metallic stone that is incredibly brittle with low hardness. Marcasite is the perfect replacement for more expensive materials like diamonds because of its high shine and low-price tag. Due to its fragility, many marcasite jewellery pieces also contain pyrite – more commonly known as fool’s gold.

Where does Marcasite come from?

Marcasite can be found all over the world, with one of its most popular paces being found naturally is in Kansas, as it occurs through concretions and crystals in coal, shale, and limestone. Well-developed crystals have been taken from the lead and zinc mines of the Tri-State district in Cherokee County and can be found in southeast Kansas coal mines.

What is the meaning of Marcasite?

Marcasite is said to be a gemstone used for powerful meditation. Marcasite gems aid in introspection and tend to resonate more strongly with higher, more spiritual chakras. According to many beliefs, marcasite is a talisman associated with wisdom, courage, and expression.

How to care for Marcasite?

Marcasite jewellery can be very delicate so the best way to take care of it is to keep the gemstone away from moisture or light and store in a soft cloth bag or box away from your other pieces or gemstones. Marcasite should only be cleaning using a soft brush or cloth with warm soapy water, chemical cleaners are not subtitle and can damage the stone.