05.19.06
Swarovski
So who among us has not heard of Swarovski Rhinestones? Unless you have been living in deep seclusion for the greater part of this last century, you already know that the House of Swarovski sets the standard for cut, clarity, brilliance and consistency in the Rhinestone industry. When the term “Austrian” is used in reference to a Rhinestone, it is usually of Swarovski crystal company origin. The range of colors and variety of cuts available through Swarovski can prove overwhelming. And although you can easily locate Swarovski color charts on line, until recently it has been virtually impossible to locate a clear and comprehensive Swarovski Stone Chart. When ordering Rhinestones should you order a 3pp or a 25ss? Do you even know the difference? What about cut? Are you looking for a Rivoli or a Chaton? After spending an unsuccessful month searching the internet for a chart showing the cut (by name and with a diagram) as well as the Swarovski Company item number (i.e. 1012, which, by the way; is a Chaton) I decided to compile my own reference chart. I published the results on the Port of Mystery Website at :.
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I hope the chart proves useful to other confused Rhinestone lovers…. I’ll post more information on this subject as time allows along with some great sources for New OLD stock replacement rhinestones at affordable prices…….
