Swarovski crystal was invented by Daniel Swarovski in 1895 in Bohemia. Beads are made from
the finest crystal lead glass, cut and ground with such precision that they sparkle as brilliantly as diamonds. They have a weight and style that sets them apart from normal beads.

Swarovski uses only high lead content crystal glass, typically a full 32% of the glass is lead and lead oxide. The presence of the lead increases the index of refraction, bringing it closer to that of diamond. The sparkle comes from light bouncing off internal surfaces in the lead crystal. This is why lead glass beads have an attractive sparkle and heavier weight than cheaper forms of glass.

Swarovski crystal pearls are of a similar weight to real pearls and although colour coated, the colour will not chip or fade making them a superior quality faux pearl.