Marcasite is a mineral sometimes referred to as white Iron Pyrite although its crystals do form differently from ordinary pyrite and are more brittle.
Marcasite was very popular in the 1930's when it was sold as a substitute for diamonds which few could afford during the economic conditions of the time.
The Wings are gloriously brought into focus by the marcasite stones. The other side of the butterfly is plain silver.
A Marcasite Butterfly
£12.95 - A silver marcasite brooch in the shape of a butterfly. Two small balls of silver represent the eyes of this traditional and classic brooch.
Dimensions of marcasite Brooch
It weighs slightly less than six grams and is made entirely of sterling silver decorated with marcasite stones. The pin is similarly solid silver and the overall width of this butterfly is 40 mm.