SilverSpeck.com. - Sterling Silver Cross Genuine Amethyst / Marcasite Pendant

This Gorgeous Filigree Cross Pendant has a Round Prong Set Genuine Amethyst Stone in the Center and 15 Genuine Marcasite Stones Forming a Beautiful Pattern in the shape of a Cross. What is marcasite? Marcasite is a natural mineral ore, a form of iron pyrite. The stones have many facets. These facets bring out the brilliance of the stone and makes it sparkle!. Marcasite came into fashion under the reign of Louis XIV of France, and goes back as far as Cleopatra. It has been said that she was known to have been very fond of her marcasite jewelry. Marcasite is back as one of the most popular in fashion today.

Product Information

Metal: Genuine Sterling Silver .925

Finish: Oxidized

Height: 37.5 mm (25.4 mm = 1 inch)

Width: 20 mm (25.4 mm = 1 inch)

Weight: 3.7 gr (31.1 gr = 1 oz)

Stone Information

Stone 1: 1 4mm Round Shaped Genuine Amethyst Prong Set

Stone 2: 15 2mm Round Shaped Genuine Marcasite