E-CrystalBeads.com specialty store of crystal beads in various colors & styles
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Welcome to E-Crystal Beads.com
Description
For over a century, Swarovski has supplied the world with superior crystals that are enjoyed and admired by millions worldwide. Founded in the mid 1890's, Daniel Swarovski had invented a glass cutting machine and started the world's first hydroelectric glass cutting factory. With this state of the art machinery, Swarovski was able to produce their crystals using precise optical techniques that no other competitor can duplicate even today. With their unique crystal cutting techniques and their well patent machineries, Swarovski dominates the full lead crystal market by holding on to approximately 70% of the market share.
Swarovski offers a wide range of colors and special coatings to meet the needs of all occasions. Special coatings are bonded chemically to the outer surface of the beads for a more brilliant effect. Aurora Borealis, better known as "AB", is one of the more popular coatings that gives off a rainbow-like effect. Crystal Transmission, Volcano, Aurum and Dorado are some examples of special effect beads. The special effect and special coating of each beads are permanent. Austrian Swarovski crystal also contains approximately 32% lead. Full lead crystal must contain above 30% lead oxide content in order to be consider full lead crystal.
